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Antique Framed Print : Caxton Window
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Caxton Window
Memorial window to William Caxton, flanked by Bede and Erasmus Date: 1422 - 1491
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Media ID 605153
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). 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 24.8cm x 37.1cm (9.8" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures the intricate details of the Caxton Window, a memorial dedicated to William Caxton, flanked by two influential figures in history - Bede and Erasmus. Dating back to the 15th century, this window is not only a beautiful piece of art but also a significant symbol of literary history.
William Caxton was a pioneering English printer who introduced the printing press to England in the late 1400s, revolutionizing the way books were produced and distributed. His contributions to literature are honored in this magnificent stained glass window, which showcases his importance alongside other notable scholars.
Bede and Erasmus, standing on either side of Caxton in the window, represent different periods of intellectual thought and achievement. Bede was an Anglo-Saxon monk known for his historical writings and contributions to early English literature. Erasmus, on the other hand, was a Dutch humanist scholar whose works had a profound impact on Renaissance Europe.
As we gaze upon this image from Mary Evans Picture Library, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of history that has shaped our world. The intricate craftsmanship of the window's design serves as a testament to these great minds who have left their mark on society through their words and ideas.
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