Antique Framed Print : AMERICAN NEWSBOY, c1870. And joy where the ragged newsboy shouts: Great news by telegraph! Wood engraving, American, c1870
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AMERICAN NEWSBOY, c1870. And joy where the ragged newsboy shouts: Great news by telegraph! Wood engraving, American, c1870
AMERICAN NEWSBOY, c1870. And joy where the ragged newsboy shouts: " Great news by telegraph!" Wood engraving, American, c1870
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Media ID 7508943
1870 Child Labor Commerce News Paper Newsboy Ragged Runner Sport Vendor Working Class
18"x16" (46x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x16 inches (46x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 29.4cm x 26.5cm (11.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 46.4cm x 41.4cm (18.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "AMERICAN NEWSBOY, c1870" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of late 19th century America. The image showcases a young newsboy, his face beaming with joy as he shouts out the exciting headline: "Great news by telegraph!". This wood engraving captures not only the spirit of a hardworking child laborer but also reflects the vibrant energy of American commerce during that era. The ragged appearance of the newsboy serves as a poignant reminder of the working class struggles prevalent at that time. Despite their challenging circumstances, these young vendors played an integral role in disseminating information through newspapers to city dwellers hungry for knowledge. The composition skillfully portrays both motion and stillness - while the newsboy appears to be on the run, his surroundings remain frozen in time. The detailed engravings showcase architectural elements typical of American cities during this period, transporting viewers into an authentic urban setting. This artwork is more than just a historical document; it represents resilience and determination amidst adversity. It sheds light on an important chapter in American history when children like this newsboy were part of shaping society through their work ethic and dedication. Granger Art on Demand has once again brought us an evocative piece that sparks curiosity about our past and encourages reflection on how far we have come since then.
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