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Dining on Rough Seas. ca. 1938, Sailing, sailing, Over the bounding spray, Oh well, if we d eaten our dinner, We d have lost it anyway
Filename: 918_11_LW002697.jpg
Size: 3156 x 4803 (9.6MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Dining on Rough Seas. ca. 1938, Sailing, sailing, Over the bounding spray, Oh well, if we d eaten our dinner, We d have lost it anyway
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Media ID 9748201
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
Cruise Cruise Ship Lithographs Offset Lithographs Photolithographs Planographic Prints Ship Transfer Prints Vacation Visual Arts Watercraft Passenger Vessel
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Dining on Rough Seas" captures the essence of a turbulent voyage aboard a cruise ship in 1938. The image depicts a group of passengers seated at a dining table, braving the relentless waves crashing against the vessel. As they sail over the bounding spray, their expressions reveal both amusement and resignation to the challenging conditions. The composition exudes an air of adventure as it showcases people determined to enjoy their meal despite the rough seas. The caption accompanying this print humorously suggests that even if they had managed to eat their dinner, it would have been lost due to the unpredictable motion of the ship. This clever play on words adds an element of lightheartedness to an otherwise precarious situation. The visual arts technique employed in this lithograph is remarkable; every detail is meticulously captured, from each ripple in the watercraft's wake to individual facial expressions conveying different emotions. The use of offset lithography enhances these details further, resulting in a visually striking piece that transports viewers back in time. This print serves as a testament not only to human resilience but also highlights how travel experiences can be filled with unexpected challenges and moments worth cherishing. It reminds us that even amidst rough seas, there is always room for laughter and enjoyment – making memories that will last long after disembarking from our own personal voyages through life.
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