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3-berth cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_031
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3-berth cabin, RMS Olympic BL24990_031
The 3 berth cabin D23, RMS Olympic, White Star Line, 1920-21. The Olympic was sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic. This Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was commissioned by the White Star Line, which was also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, and was probably taken at Southampton docks
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This evocative photograph captures the cozy interior of cabin D23 on the RMS Olympic, a 3-berth cabin designed for the comfort of its first-class passengers. The Olympic, built by Harland and Wolff in Belfast and launched in 1911, was a sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic and Britannic, and was the largest ship in the world at the time of its maiden voyage. Commissioned by the White Star Line, also known as the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company, this Bedford Lemere and Company photograph was likely taken at the Southampton docks prior to the Olympic's departure. The cabin's warm and inviting atmosphere is conveyed through the soft lighting and the meticulously arranged furnishings. Three comfortable single beds are neatly made, each with a crisp white coverlet and a plush pillow and blanket. A small table and two chairs are positioned near the porthole, providing a space for passengers to enjoy a quiet moment or enjoy a meal. A large mirror reflects the cabin's elegant decor, which includes polished wood paneling, ornate molding, and intricate detailing. The RMS Olympic was renowned for its luxurious accommodations and exceptional service, making this cabin a desirable choice for affluent travelers seeking a comfortable and relaxing journey across the Atlantic. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when ocean liner travel was the epitome of elegance and sophistication.
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