Antique Framed Print : BRAILLE, Louis (1809-1852)
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BRAILLE, Louis (1809-1852)
BRAILLE, Louis (1809-1852). French pedagogue and inventor, creator of the writing system for the blind. Braille alphabet. Photography
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1809 1852 Alphabet Blind Braille Inventor Pedagogue System Aisa
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 29.4cm x 27.1cm (11.6" x 10.7")
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 landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the enigmatic figure of Louis Braille (1809-1852), a French pedagogue and inventor whose groundbreaking work revolutionized the lives of millions of blind and visually impaired individuals around the world. Born in Coupvray, France, Braille grew up with a severe visual impairment and was determined to find a way to help his fellow blind peers gain access to education and knowledge. In 1821, at the age of 12, Braille was introduced to Charles Barbier's tactile communication system, which he later developed and refined into the now-iconic Braille writing system. The Braille alphabet, consisting of raised dots that can be read by touch, was a game-changer for the blind community and paved the way for their full inclusion in society. This photograph, taken in an era before mass-produced images, is a rare and valuable glimpse into the life of this remarkable man. Braille's legacy continues to be celebrated and cherished, as his invention has opened up a world of possibilities for those who were once excluded from the realm of literacy and learning. The Braille system has been adopted in over 100 countries and is an enduring testament to the power of human ingenuity and the indomitable spirit of innovation.
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