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Poster Print : The Lutine Bell in the Underwriting Room at Lloyds of London, 1933, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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The Lutine Bell in the Underwriting Room at Lloyds of London, 1933, (1935). Creator: Unknown
The Lutine Bell in the Underwriting Room at Lloyds of London, 1933, (1935). The SS L Atlantique was insured by Lloyds for almost £ 1, 000, 000. In 1933, the liner caught fire off the coast of France and was considered a total loss. There was a long debate between the owners and insurers, eventually resulting in the payment of US$6.8 million to Compagnie de Navigation Sud Atlantique for the loss. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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Bell Clock Insurance Insurance Company Liner Ocean Liner Odhams Press Ltd Office Office Worker Symbol The Silver Jubilee Book Underwriters Room
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage poster print featuring the iconic Lutine Bell in the Underwriting Room at Lloyds of London, 1933. This historical image captures the essence of the bustling insurance marketplace, with the SS L Atlantique's significant insurance value of almost £1,000,000 prominently displayed. Add an air of timeless sophistication to your space with this intriguing and unknown creator's work. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home or office."
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Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Lutine Bell - A Symbol of Insurance and Debate
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. This print captures the historic Lutine Bell in the Underwriting Room at Lloyd's of London in 1933. The bell, a significant symbol within the insurance industry, holds a fascinating story behind it. In this particular instance, the SS L'Atlantique, insured by Lloyd's for an astounding £1 million, suffered a devastating fire off the coast of France. The liner was deemed a total loss, leading to an intense debate between its owners and insurers. Eventually, Compagnie de Navigation Sud Atlantique received a payment of US$6.8 million for their loss. The image showcases not only the grandeur of Lloyd's Underwriting Room but also provides insight into the bustling atmosphere that surrounded such important decisions. Office workers can be seen engaged in their profession amidst stacks of books and paperwork. This photograph is part of "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" published by Odhams Press Ltd in 1935. It serves as a reminder of Britain's maritime heritage during this era while highlighting both the significance and challenges faced by insurance companies like Lloyd's. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from history captured by an unknown creator, we are reminded that even seemingly mundane objects like bells hold immense cultural value when intertwined with stories filled with debates, losses, triumphs, and ultimately shaping industries that impact our lives today.
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