Antique Framed Print : Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper)

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Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper)

XJF354242 Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Media ID 12864116

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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

Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.4cm x 29.4cm (10.8" 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.

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This photo print, titled "Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828" takes us back to a bustling era of construction and progress. Captured by George Scharf the Elder, this pencil on paper artwork showcases a scene filled with industrious workers dedicated to shaping the city's landscape. Intriguingly detailed, we witness a group of builders diligently engaged in their tasks. Some are seen digging into the ground with shovels and spades while others carefully lay cement for roadworks. Amidst their laborious efforts, there is also room for respite as some workmen take a break from their duties. They can be spotted smoking and relaxing before returning to their tools and equipment. The composition beautifully captures the essence of civil engineering during this period. Wheelbarrows loaded with materials are skillfully maneuvered through the construction site while pickaxes and axes lean against walls ready for use. Paving stones line one side of the street as sewer mains are being installed beneath it. This historic image not only documents an important moment in London's development but also pays tribute to those who played vital roles in its transformation. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of infrastructure and urban planning. Displayed by Fine Art Finder, this evocative piece transports us back to an era where hard work laid the foundation for progress and innovation that still shapes our cities today.

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