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RMS Olympic, White Star Line ocean liner, 1911-1912. Artist: FGO Stuart
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RMS Olympic, White Star Line ocean liner, 1911-1912. Artist: FGO Stuart
RMS Olympic, White Star Line ocean liner, 1911-1912. Launched in 1910, Olympic was the first of her class of ocean liners built for the White Star Line, which also included the ill-fated liners Titanic and Britannic. Unlike her sisters, Olympic served a long and illustrious career (1911 to 1935), and came to be known as Old Reliable. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1911-1912, The Process Year Book, volume 17, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1911-1912). (Colorised black and white print)
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A W Penrose Aw Penrose Colorised Colourised Edwardian F G O F G O Stuart Fgo Stuart Funnel Gamble Liner Ocean Olympic Penrose Rms Titanic Steamship Stuart Titanic White Star Line William Gamble
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This print showcases the majestic RMS Olympic, an iconic ocean liner from the early 20th century. Painted by FGO Stuart and colorized to bring it to life, this image captures the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era. Launched in 1910 as part of the White Star Line fleet, alongside her ill-fated sisters Titanic and Britannic, Olympic stood out for her remarkable longevity. Unlike her tragic siblings, she enjoyed a long and illustrious career spanning from 1911 to 1935. This earned her the endearing nickname "Old Reliable" symbolizing her unwavering service throughout those years. The photograph highlights Olympic's impressive size and intricate design details. The towering funnels rise above the ship's sleek hull, while its multiple decks stretch across its length. The vessel exudes strength and grace as it glides through calm waters. As one gazes at this extraordinary piece of maritime history, they are transported back in time to an era when ocean liners were symbols of luxury travel and adventure. It serves as a reminder of both human ingenuity in shipbuilding and the profound impact these vessels had on global transportation. Preserved within this print is not just a beautiful work of art but also a testament to the enduring legacy of RMS Olympic - an emblematic figure that continues to captivate our imagination even today.
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