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Painting of the Lusitania
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Painting of the Lusitania
A framed painting by B Parr, dated 1919, of the SS Lusitania, a passenger ship which was torpedoed without warning by a German U-boat in May 1915
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Cruise Cunard Funnels Lusitania Parr Steam Ship Torpedoed 1919 Liner War Time Ww 1
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This evocative painting captures the haunting image of the RMS Lusitania, a Cunard Ocean Liner that met its tragic end in the waters of the North Atlantic in May 1915. Painted by British artist B Parr in 1919, the work is a poignant reminder of one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history. The SS Lusitania, a symbol of luxury and elegance, was torpedoed without warning by a German U-boat during World War I, resulting in the loss of over 1,100 lives, including 128 American citizens. The painting beautifully depicts the grandeur of the ship, with its distinctive funnels and elegant lines, juxtaposed against the turbulent waves of the sea and the ominous dark clouds on the horizon. The title 'Lusitania' is inscribed at the bottom left corner of the frame, along with the artist's signature and the date of completion. This historical painting is a poignant testament to the human cost of war and the enduring power of art to capture and preserve the memories of significant events in history.
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