Antique Framed Print : Chas Kingsley / Stereoscop
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Chas Kingsley / Stereoscop
CHARLES KINGSLEY English writer and clergyman Date: 1819 - 1875
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Media ID 14281526
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1819 1875 Aged Chas Clergyman Glum Kingsley Oval Whiskers
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 21cm x 24.4cm (8.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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 photograph captures the middle-aged, oval-faced visage of Charles Kingsley (1819-1875), a renowned English writer and clergyman of the Victorian era. The image, taken during the latter part of his life, reveals a man with a distinguished, slightly glum countenance, framed by a full beard and whiskers. Kingsley's literary and religious contributions left an indelible mark on 19th-century England, making him a figure of historical significance. Born on December 12, 1819, in Holborn, London, Kingsley initially pursued a career in the Church of England, serving as a curate and later becoming a vicar in 1848. However, his literary talents soon emerged, and he gained recognition for his works of fiction, including "The Water-Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby" and "The Heroes." These novels, infused with social commentary and moral messages, garnered widespread acclaim and continue to be read and cherished today. Despite his success as a writer, Kingsley remained devoted to his religious duties, using his platform to promote social justice and reform. He was an advocate for the abolition of child labor and an outspoken critic of the British education system. Kingsley's influence extended beyond his writings, as he was also a popular public speaker and a frequent contributor to various publications. This evocative photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the life and legacy of this remarkable man, who straddled the worlds of literature and religion with grace and conviction. Charles Kingsley's enduring impact on English literature and society is a testament to his unwavering commitment to both his craft and his beliefs.
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