{"title":"New Items","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"iroinia-1929-deluxe-deck-plan-interiors-brochure","title":"IRPINIA: 1929 - Deluxe deck plan\/interiors brochure","description":"\u003cp\u003eSiosa Lines: A twelve-page deck plan and interiors brochure dated 1970 for the IRPINIA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix decks are shown in color-coded detail. Color photos show the Cruise Office, Vestibule, Lido Deck Swimming Pool, Boat Deck Swimming Pool, Belvedere Restaurant, Ischina Restaurant, Riviera Restaurant, two views of the Sicilia Ball Room, two views of the Dalmazia Lounge, Promenade Deck Entrance Hall, Venezia Bar, and four different cabins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ship first sailed in 1929 as Transport Maritimes' CAMPANA. By the 1970s the IRPINIA was strictly used for cruising and was especially popular with beer-guzzling Brits who valued sun and cheap fares over elegance. 1980 was the IRPINIA's last full cruise season, although she rusted at La Spezia's for several years before being broken up. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52819163382041,"sku":"5597a","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/5597a.jpg?v=1783884105"},{"product_id":"qe2-1969-pre-maiden-voyage-deck-plan-from-july-1968","title":"QE2: 1969 - Pre-maiden voyage deck plan from July 1968","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  Perhaps the most interesting of all QE2 deck plans, the pre-maiden voyage fold-out (24.5\" by 32.5\") from July 1968.  The ship's delayed maiden voyage would not take place for another 10 months.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor the fan of ship design, it is fascinating to compare this plan with later ones.  Many spaces shown here, such as the 736 Club, The Juke Box, and the Coffee Shop, disappeared in the 1972 retrofit.  The biggest changes took place up on Signal and Sports decks where penthouses were fitted.  The Observation Platform and open deck space on this plan were eliminated.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo me the most unfortunate change took place towards the bow on Upper Deck.  To solve a food delivery problem in the Britannia Restaurant, the large Look-Out Bar, the only forward facing public room on the QE2, was replaced by a new kitchen.  Wonderful QUEEN MARY-esque windows were blanked over and an unattractive kitchen extension jutted out.  From my own 1986 crossing I can assure you that service and delivery issues remained unsolved.  Dousing my annoyance with a dry Vodka Gibson in the lipstick-red splendor of the Look-Out Bar would have helped greatly.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are other changes to be discovered, so plan to spend time poring over this plan and keep a newer plan handy.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition.\u003cimg style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52849995579673,"sku":"973","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/973.jpg?v=1784318596"},{"product_id":"qe2-1969-photo-filled-pleasure-island-from-1969-70-w-cutaway-poster","title":"QE2: 1969 - Photo-filled \"Pleasure Island\" from 1969-70 w\/ cutaway poster","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line - The photo-filled, forty-eight page QE2 promotional book \"Pleasure Island\" from 1969-1970.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book highlights the public rooms, bars, restaurants, and cabins from the original configuration. The QE2 was an ever-changing canvas for Cunard designers. Several of the spaces shown here were changed or eliminated in the big 1972 rehab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePay attention to the furniture. Cunard often off-loaded redundant pieces at New York, sending the discards to second-hand shops. Like seagulls sailing in the wake of the NORMANDIE to catch kitchen scraps, QE2 buffs followed the furniture vans to Good Will shops to nab their prizes. Most of the QE2 furniture Nautiques has offered over the decades came from those diligent fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucked into a special pocket in back is another prize - the hard-to-find early cutaway of the ship. Measuring 16\" by 32\", the poster-sized fold-out shows both a lateral starboard cutaway and a 3-D view of thirteen decks. You'll have fun exploring the early QE2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most of these books, the cover is in fair condition with a ripped binding. The interior pages are in excellent condition as is the cutaway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52852405141785,"sku":"344","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/344.jpg?v=1784391011"},{"product_id":"qe2-1969-rare-1971-atlantic-deck-plan-w-original-lay-out","title":"QE2: 1969 - Rare 1971 \"Atlantic\" deck plan w\/ original lay-out","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line - A rare 1971 \"Atlantic Deck Plans\" for the QE2. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plan opens to 16\" by 22\" to show ten decks without class distinctions. Shown is the original QE2 lay-out with spaces such as the only bow-facing public room onboard, the Look-Out Bar, which disappeared in the major rehab which took place in 1972.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855187833113,"sku":"10240a","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/10240a.jpg?v=1784399815"},{"product_id":"britannic-1930-large-1958-mediterranean-cruise-brochure-w-plans","title":"BRITANNIC: 1930 - Large 1958 Mediterranean cruise brochure w\/ plans","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  A big (32\" by 42\") fold-out brochure for the BRITANNIC's annual Mediterranean Cruise in 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liner departed icy New York on January 24, 1958 and sailed for sixty-six \"enchanting\" days.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is lots to enjoy starting with a route map, itinerary, and port information.  Cunard loved to promote the ship as \"brilliant\" and chose color interior views to back up the claim. The Main Lounge, shown both in a wide shot and a close-up with relaxing models, is a riot of flowery red and blue chairs against mint green walls, tomato red curtains, and rare veneers.  The Dining Room is more restrained but equally brilliant with a carved frieze of wild horses.  A glimpse of the Cocktail Bar reveals carved wood arches and a painting of pixies.  A big aerial photo shows off the BRITANNIC'S boxy superstructure.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge plans show five decks.  You can easily see the post-war modifications which took the rows of back-to-back cabins along Main and A decks and converted the pairs into spacious single cabins.  Black and white photos show the Swimming Pool and two cabins.  Rates for the best cabins topped out at $5,000 while bargain hunters could sail for $1,275.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition.       \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855190946073,"sku":"9590","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/9590.jpg?v=1784400123"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-1940-ultra-deluxe-first-class-deck-plan-from-1954","title":"QUEEN ELIZABETH: 1940 - Ultra-deluxe First Class deck plan from 1954","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  From back in the day when companies \"got\" how to do deck plans, an ultra-deluxe First Class plan for the QUEEN ELIZABETH that is pure enjoyment to browse through. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDated 1954, there are twelve fold-out pages, each printed in color on expensive-feeling glossy stock.  When spread open the brochure measures 42\" across.  Each page also features at least one color photo of a public room.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWow, some of those color combinations are shocking to the modern eye!  The Smoking Room with its rich wood veneers and moss green leather chairs, and the Main Restaurant with its muted brown and taupe look lovely.  But what to make of the Verandah Cafe with its jarring orange curtains and sky blue chairs, or the theatre with lipstick pink walls?  My dear mother, who decorated our 1960s summer cottage in green, yellow, and orange, would have loved it.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhenever I view deck plans I pick out which cabin I would want.  While the big suites on Main and A decks look elegant, I want one of those Sun Deck rooms tucked up near the bridge. For her part, the Queen Mother on her 1954 transatlantic voyage chose Main Deck stateroom 64 as her cabin.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition with a few small tears on the cover stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nautiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855210639641,"sku":"68","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/68.jpg?v=1784402421"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-1940-deck-plan-set-first-cabin-tourist","title":"QUEEN ELIZABETH: 1940 - Deck plan set - First, Cabin \u0026 Tourist","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  A set of three deck plans for First, Cabin, and Tourist classes for the QUEEN ELIZABETH from the 1950s before major interior changes were made in an effort to attract more passengers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe First Class plan is the deluxe version with sixteen pages, color-coding, color photos, and tabs marking off the decks.  It is one of the nicest plans ever issued. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the Cabin and Tourist class plans have eight pages along with several b\u0026amp;w photos of public rooms.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great way to study this magnificent ship.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855218110745,"sku":"914","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/914.jpg?v=1784402829"},{"product_id":"queen-mary-1936-ultra-deluxe-first-class-deck-plan-from-1956","title":"QUEEN MARY: 1936 - Ultra-deluxe First Class deck plan from 1956","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line - The ultra-deluxe, ivory-parchment covered deck plans for First Class aboard the QUEEN MARY.  This plan was issued in 1956 when the ship's popularity was at its peak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plans stretch open to 44\" with twelve glossy pages. Eight decks are shown, from the outdoor games area on Sports Deck down to the aquatic delights of C Deck's Swimming Pool.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color photos are especially interesting as they show a QUEEN MARY with new carpets and upholstery. Views include the Smoking Room, Drawing Room, Shopping Center, Long Gallery, Verandah Grill, Main Lounge, Observation Lounge, and the Main Restaurant.  Most of the exuberant deco swirls are gone, replaced by floral prints.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition with bumping to the corners of cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855222436121,"sku":"3876","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/3876.jpg?v=1784403274"},{"product_id":"media-parthia","title":"MEDIA \u0026 PARTHIA - First Class deck plan from 1948","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  A fold-out (12 panels, 36\" long) plan from 1948 showing the three decks of passenger accommodations aboard the combo twins MEDIA and PARTHIA.  While initially designed to haul freight, during construction Cunard added deluxe First Class accommodations for 250 passengers. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBesides an aerial rendering of one of the sisters, there is a b\u0026amp;w photo of the MEDIA's Lounge showing a gorgeous tiger maple baby grand piano. Up on Promenade Deck the ships had an array of public rooms starting with the Smoking Room overlooking the bow, passing through a foyer, Cocktail Bar, Long Gallery, Drawing and Writing Room, and ending with the Lounge.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA and B decks were filled with large cabins, all with private baths.  At the front of B Deck was an intimate Dining Saloon.  With a congenial crowd, this would be a nice way to cross the Atlantic.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe ships attracted a moneyed set who wanted more intimate surroundings than what was offered on crowded bigger ships.  But those passengers needed strong stomachs.  Capt. Harry Arnott wrote in \"Captain of the QUEEN\" that the ships \"tended to roll and pitch around the Atlantic like a couple of sick sea horses.\"  Stabilizers eventually steadied the MEDIA but they were not fitted on PARTHIA.  Arnott comments that the ship \"was one of the most violently unstable ships ever to cross the Atlantic.\"  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe vessels were not successes for Cunard.  They didn't carry enough cargo, and as air travel took over their passenger loads dropped. In the fall of 1961 both were sold out of the fleet. The MEDIA was rebuilt as Costa's FLAVIA to carry 1,320 passengers. She was scrapped in 1989.  The PARTHIA went to New Zealand Shipping to become their REMUERA.  She was scrapped in 1970.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eGood condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855225614617,"sku":"6119","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/6119.jpg?v=1784404010"},{"product_id":"queen-mary-queen-elizabeth-the-queens-first-class","title":"QUEEN MARY \u0026 QUEEN ELIZABETH - \"The QUEENS First Class\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eCunard Line:  From the mid-1960s comes this sixteen page brochure, \"The QUEENS 1st Class\".  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBookings were dropping precipitously, the QUEEN MARY and QUEEN ELIZABETH were aging, and Cunard was hit with a tsunami of red ink. In this brochure Cunard was attempting to tap into fond memories of the QUEENS' past. \"Some people might say that these ships are no longer modern,\" Cunard advised prospective passengers, \"Yet they were so well built and so comfortably designed that the latest ships on the Atlantic route cannot better them.\"  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe many color and b\u0026amp;w photos show shipboard travel at its most elegant.  There is a photo of the QUEEN MARY'S First Class Restaurant with the large Philip Connard painting \"Merrie England\" in the background.  Another image shows a singer in the Verandah Cafe with Doris Zinkeisen's famed circus mural as a backdrop.  Other pics show veneer encrusted cabins, a gift shop, swimming pools, and behind-the-scenes views such as the galley and the bridge with a sailor direct from Central Casting manning the helm.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"True, they will not sail forever,\" summed up Cunard.  \"To have sailed on a 'QUEEN' is an experience to remember.  The memory of it will be passed on affectionately to our children long after these ships sail the seas no more.\"  How true!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855251468569,"sku":"1516","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2236\/1411\/files\/1516.jpg?v=1784404736"}],"url":"https:\/\/nautiques.net\/en-ca\/collections\/new-items\/siosa-line.oembed","provider":"Nautiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}