Antique Framed Print : FIRST BANK OF U. S. 1799. The First Bank of the United States, in Third Street, Philadelphia: colored line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
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FIRST BANK OF U. S. 1799. The First Bank of the United States, in Third Street, Philadelphia: colored line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
FIRST BANK OF U.S. 1799. The First Bank of the United States, in Third Street, Philadelphia: colored line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
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Media ID 7523596
1799 Bank Of The United States Banking Commerce National Wagon Will I Am
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). 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 24.4cm x 18.6cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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 colored line engraving, titled "FIRST BANK OF U. S. 1799" takes us back to the bustling streets of Philadelphia in the late 18th century. The image showcases the iconic First Bank of the United States, a symbol of American commerce and financial power. The architectural grandeur of this historic building is beautifully captured by William Birch & Son's masterful engraving technique. Its imposing presence dominates Third Street, standing tall amidst a lively cityscape filled with people going about their daily lives. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, we notice a horse-drawn wagon passing by, representing an era when transportation relied heavily on these majestic creatures. This scene offers a glimpse into the vibrant street life that surrounded one of America's most significant financial institutions. The First Bank played a crucial role in shaping early American banking practices and establishing economic stability for the young nation. It served as both a central bank and an important hub for commercial activities in North America during its time. Through this remarkable print, we are transported to an era where architecture met finance and where dreams were built upon solid foundations. It serves as a reminder of our rich heritage and how far we have come since those early days when horse-drawn wagons traversed these very streets.
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