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Poster Print : The pantry, RMS Olympic BL24990_038
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The pantry, RMS Olympic BL24990_038
The pantry, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks
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Media ID 18206513
© Historic England Archive
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring an intriguing image of "The Pantry" from the RMS Olympic, as captured by the Historic England Archive. This stunning photograph offers a glimpse into the elegant interior of the iconic White Star Line ship, built between 1920 and 1921. As the sister ship to the famous Titanic and Britannic, the Olympic holds significant maritime history. The exquisite detail in this Bedford Lemere image is sure to transport you back in time, making it a perfect addition to any home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space with our high-quality poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the pristine pantry of the RMS Olympic, taken during her maiden voyage in 1920-1921. The Olympic, a White Star Line vessel and sister ship to the ill-famed Titanic and Britannic, is seen here in all its glory at the Southampton docks. Commissioned by the White Star Line, this Bedford Lemere and Company photograph showcases the meticulous attention to detail and luxurious appointments that defined ocean travel during this era. The pantry, adorned with gleaming silverware, fine china, and crisp white tablecloths, was a testament to the opulence and elegance of life aboard the Olympic. The crew, dressed in their formal uniforms, stand at attention, ready to serve the first-class passengers. The scene is one of order and refinement, a stark contrast to the bustling activity outside the pantry doors. The Olympic, launched in 1911, was the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time, a symbol of progress and innovation. However, her maiden voyage was marred by a collision with a French cruiser, resulting in significant damage and a delay to her inaugural crossing of the Atlantic. Despite this setback, the Olympic went on to enjoy a successful career, setting new standards for ocean travel and paving the way for the next generation of ocean liners. This photograph, preserved by Historic England Archive, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of luxury and elegance, a time when travel by sea was an adventure and a status symbol. It is a reminder of the rich maritime history of the White Star Line and the role that ships like the Olympic played in shaping the world we live in today.
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