Wikipedia:Featured picture candidates/Grand staircase

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[edit] The Grand Staircase of the Titanic

The crown jewel of the RMS Titanic's interior was undoubtedly her forward first class Grand Staircase, between the forward and second funnels. Extending down to E-Deck and decorated with oak paneling and gilded balustrades, it was topped by an ornate wrought-iron and glass dome which brought in natural light. On the uppermost landing was a large panel containing a clock flanked by the allegorical figures of Honour and Glory crowning Time.
The crown jewel of the RMS Titanic's interior was undoubtedly her forward first class Grand Staircase, between the forward and second funnels. Extending down to E-Deck and decorated with oak paneling and gilded balustrades, it was topped by an ornate wrought-iron and glass dome which brought in natural light. On the uppermost landing was a large panel containing a clock flanked by the allegorical figures of Honour and Glory crowning Time.
Reason
Considered the "crown jewel" of the famous ship, unique, relatively poor quality photo I know but considering the period it's good. If anyone want to go and take a new pic they're welcome.
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RMS Titanic
Creator
unknown. uploaded by User:Daniel Chiswick
  • Support as nominator — Witty Lama 14:25, 22 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Oppose. I wouldn't say it was good for the period - probably just average for this type of staged photography (ie non-action documentary). To me, it is an interesting subject but a fairly lifeless photograph. Diliff | (Talk) (Contribs) 15:28, 22 May 2007 (UTC)
    • Don't be silly its a fantastic photo. The reason you can't see the cherub is because it was made out of bronze, I can make out the gorgeous detail on the clock and see the pinecones on the edge of the railings; I heartedly Support, even though this picture was taken from the Olympic and not the Titanic but the staircases were both identical, and its not like the picture can be reproduced. And its the crown jewel of all ships, I've never seen anything more beautiful on a passenger vessel, or the best hotels for that matter. OK ramble over --Brent Ward 20:54, 22 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Oppose. Mediocre picture of a fascinating subject (although the caption needs updating if it really was taken on the Olympic). Maybe it cannot be not retaken, but at least rescanned. I see no reason why an inferior reproduction should even be considered for FP status. --Dschwen 21:01, 22 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Oppose per Diliff. Even though historical photographs are not applicable under the guidelines under which images are normally placed, featured should still be reserved for the most valuable historical photographs. Just because it is old and cannot be taken again is not enough of an excuse for me. J Are you green? 22:19, 22 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Oppose The historical value of this one does not pass the poor quality --St.daniel Talk 12:07, 23 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Comment doesn't anybody else think it's a hell of a shame that that dam ship had to sink :-( it was beautiful; anyone else think that --82.36.182.217 13:08, 23 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Comment At least it's not a reproduction. Night Gyr (talk/Oy) 17:00, 23 May 2007 (UTC)
  • Support As per supports above Booksworm Talk to me! 05:37, 24 May 2007 (UTC)

Not promoted MER-C 11:19, 29 May 2007 (UTC)