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Interior of the Mariners Museum. ca. 1938, Newport News, Virginia, USA, MAIN DISPLAY ROOM. Ship figureheads, marine oil paintings and water colors, shipbuilders half models, ship display models, engine models, marine glass and chinaware, medals and coins, sea shells, navigational instruments, sailors handiwork and scrimshaw, actual boats, articles recovered from British warships sunk at the siege of Yorktown in 1781
Filename: 918_11_LW002985.jpg
Size: 4788 x 3107 (10.2MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Interior of the Mariners Museum. ca. 1938, Newport News, Virginia, USA, MAIN DISPLAY ROOM. Ship figureheads, marine oil paintings and water colors, shipbuilders half models, ship display models, engine models, marine glass and chinaware, medals and coins, sea shells, navigational instruments, sailors handiwork and scrimshaw, actual boats, articles recovered from British warships sunk at the siege of Yorktown in 1781
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich maritime history of Newport News, Virginia with this photo print. Taken around 1938, it showcases the awe-inspiring interior of the Mariners Museum's main display room. Prepare to be enchanted by a treasure trove of nautical wonders that will transport you to a bygone era. As your eyes wander across the image, you'll be greeted by an impressive array of ship figureheads, each one telling its own unique story. Surrounding them are marine oil paintings and watercolors that capture the beauty and power of the sea. Shipbuilders' half models line the shelves, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail. Your gaze then falls upon meticulously crafted ship display models, engine models, and marine glassware delicately arranged throughout the room. Medals and coins glimmer under soft lighting while seashells from distant shores whisper tales of far-flung voyages. Navigational instruments stand proudly on display alongside sailors' handiwork and scrimshaw – tangible evidence of their skillful artistry during long journeys at sea. But perhaps most intriguingly, actual boats grace this extraordinary space along with articles recovered from British warships sunk during the siege of Yorktown in 1781. This remarkable photograph invites you to explore every nook and cranny within this museum's walls; it beckons you to lose yourself in its vast collection spanning centuries. Let your imagination set sail as you delve into Newport News' maritime heritage through this fascinating glimpse into
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