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Antique Framed Print : Billingsgate Market, March 1, 1808. March 1, 1808. Creators: Thomas Rowlandson
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Billingsgate Market, March 1, 1808. March 1, 1808. Creators: Thomas Rowlandson
Billingsgate Market, March 1, 1808
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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.
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Billingsgate Market, March 1,1808 - A Glimpse into the Bustling World of London's Fish Trade
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back in time to March 1,1808, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of Billingsgate Market in the heart of London. The image was skillfully created by renowned artists Thomas Rowlandson, Augustus Charles Pugin, and J. Bluck. In this bustling scene, we witness a snapshot of daily life at one of Britain's most famous fish markets. The market is teeming with activity as fishmongers go about their work with remarkable energy and determination. Women can be seen engaged in heated negotiations over baskets filled with fresh catches from the river. The hand-colored aquatint technique used for this print adds depth and richness to every detail captured within its frame. It beautifully showcases the colorful array of fish on display against a backdrop that includes Billingsgate Wharf and the majestic River Thames. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are transported back to an era when fishing was not only a profession but also an integral part of British culture and heritage. This image serves as a testament to the hardworking individuals who made their living through these trades while contributing to the sustenance of London's growing population. Preserved by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this exquisite piece allows us to appreciate both the artistic talent behind it and gain insight into an important chapter in our nation's history – one where commerce met tradition on those lively streets beside the riverbank.
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