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Belfast Ship Yard
20th February 1954: The Harland and Wolff ship yard in Belfast where a liner is being built. Original Publication: Picture Post - 7029 - The Best And The Worst Of Some British Cities 5 - Belfast - pub. 1954 (Photo by John Chillingworth/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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John Chillingworth
Media ID 11817946
1950 1959 Belfast Construction Machinery Cruise Ship Harland And Wolff Industrial Equipment Industry Ireland Black Machinery Manufacturing Merchandise Northern Northern Ireland Yard
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Capturing the Industrial Majesty - Belfast Ship Yard, 1954
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. This print takes us back to the bustling Harland and Wolff ship yard in Belfast on a crisp February day in 1954. The image showcases the sheer magnitude of the shipbuilding industry as a liner begins to take shape amidst towering cranes and intricate machinery. The photograph, taken by renowned photographer John Chillingworth for Picture Post magazine, perfectly encapsulates the essence of this iconic Northern Irish landmark. With its portrait format and monochromatic palette, it exudes a sense of timelessness that transports us to an era when manufacturing prowess was at its peak. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene devoid of human presence, our attention is drawn towards the symphony of industrial equipment meticulously arranged along the water's edge. The precision and scale required for constructing such nautical vessels are evident in every detail captured by Chillingworth's lens. This archival piece not only celebrates Belfast's rich maritime heritage but also serves as a testament to British craftsmanship during Europe's post-war reconstruction period. It stands as a reminder of how industries like finance, transportation, and manufacturing converged within these shipyard walls to create magnificent cruise ships that sailed across oceans. Whether displayed in homes or offices, this stunning print from Fine Art Storehouse offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate both the beauty and significance behind one of Northern Ireland's most influential landmarks – Harland and Wolff ship yard – forever etched into history through John Chillingworth
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