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Antique Framed Print : Us-White House-Bees
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White House carpenter Charles Brandts, who is also a beekeeper, lends his skills to the White House after a swarm of Honey Bees nested near one of the front gates at the White House on April 9, 2009 in Washington, DC. Brandts, put the queen and the swarm into a cardboard box and removed them from the grounds. AFP Photo/Paul J. Richards / AFP PHOTO / PAUL J. RICHARDS
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18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.1cm x 29.4cm (10.7" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Paul J. Richards, we witness a unique collaboration between nature and man at the heart of American power - the White House. The image showcases Charles Brandts, a skilled carpenter and beekeeper, lending his expertise to handle an unexpected swarm of honey bees that had made their home near one of the front gates on April 9,2009. As the sun casts its warm glow upon the scene, Brandts can be seen delicately transferring both queen and swarm into a humble cardboard box. With utmost care and precision, he ensures their safe removal from the grounds of this iconic residence in Washington D. C. This snapshot serves as a reminder that even within bustling urban environments like our nation's capital, harmony with nature is possible. It highlights how individuals like Brandts play an essential role in preserving biodiversity amidst concrete jungles. The presence of these industrious insects buzzing around such a symbolically significant location evokes thoughts about unity and collective effort towards common goals. Beyond politics or agendas lies an innate connection to our natural world that cannot be ignored. Paul J. Richards' photograph captures not only this remarkable event but also invites us to reflect on our own relationship with nature - reminding us that sometimes it takes someone with diverse skills to bring balance back into our lives when unexpected challenges arise.
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