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An English Marine Watercolour of a Royal Launching of a Royal Navy Ship, Circa 1820-50. The picture shows in the centre the hull of a large battleship about to be launched. ;To either side are grandstands full of people and two tall poles with sailors hanging from them with their hats held high. ;There are many people on the ship waving and four enormous flags- the Red ensign, the Union Jack, the Royal Standard and the flag of the Lord High Admiral. ;In the water are many rowing boats waiting for the ship to slip into the water. ;A line of Royal Navy ships are at anchor along the coastline. Tear to left side edge. Dimensions: 11 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches. ;Framed: 18 1/2 x 17 1/4 inches
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