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Antique Framed Print : Fire Engine in Action
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Fire Engine in Action
A London fire-engine in action racing to a burning building
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Media ID 599671
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10135054
1886 Accidents Action Burning Crowds Fire Fighting Fires
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 37.1cm x 25.4cm (14.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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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This print captures a moment of intense action as a London fire-engine races through the streets towards a burning building in 1886. The historical significance of this image is palpable, showcasing the bravery and dedication of firefighters in Britain during this era.
The urgency and speed with which the fire-engine is moving conveys the gravity of the situation, highlighting the importance of quick response times in fighting fires. The crowds gathered around watching add to the sense of chaos and danger that accompanies such emergencies.
The black and white composition adds a timeless quality to the scene, transporting viewers back to a time when firefighting was much more perilous and primitive than it is today. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of fire safety and prevention.
Mary Evans Picture Library has expertly captured not just an ordinary moment, but rather an extraordinary display of heroism and determination in the face of adversity. This print is sure to evoke feelings of admiration for those who put their lives on the line every day to protect others from harm.
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