RMS TITANIC
at southampton
April 4, 1912
Illustration by Michael C Brady, 2018
‘The largest steamers in the world’
Quite possibly the most famous liner ever built, RMS Titanic was the second in a trio of 'Olympic'-class ships constructed for the White Star Line from 1909-1915. At the time of her launch, Titanic claimed the title for the largest ship in the world and boasted a standard of luxury never before seen at sea. Tragically she was lost with 1,503 passengers and crew after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic on her maiden voyage.
‘Olympic-Class’ Liner
Length: 882’9”
Beam: 92’6”
Draught: 34’7”
Tonnage: 46,328 GRT
Max Speed: 24 kn
the details
Titanic's forecastle deck, made famous in the 1997 film. In reality, passengers were not allowed forward of the cargo hatch (brown rectangular structure located in the center.)
Detail showing the three different types of lifeboat used aboard Titanic. In the event of the sinking, the smaller 'collapsible' type boats at the foot of funnel No. 1 floated free of the ship rather than being properly launched.
Titanic’s imposing hull with its iconic double rows of portholes for the First Class Reception Room and Dining Saloon.
Bunting, composed of signal flags, was erected in time for Easter 1912. The Blue Ensign fluttered proudly from her masthead.
The fourth funnel - as tall as a six-story building - towers over lifeboats and the Second Class Entrance.
This drawing is limited to only 50 copies. Each drawing is sold hand-signed and numbered by the artist.
