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Antique Framed Print : The Giants Causeway, Northern Ireland
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The Giants Causeway, Northern Ireland
Hand coloured. Image of distinctive columnic rocks by the sea - probably Giants Causeway.. Part of Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, Boswell collection. Slide number 7. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14177020
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Causeway Distinctive Rocks Slides
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 18.1cm (9.6" x 7.1")
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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This hand-coloured lantern slide depicts the awe-inspiring beauty of The Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland, a natural wonder renowned for its distinctive columnar basalt formations. The image captures the unique geological features of the causeway, with the intricately arranged hexagonal columns seemingly reaching towards the sky and disappearing into the sea. The vivid colours of the image, likely added by hand, enhance the otherworldly quality of the scene. The Giants Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is steeped in history and legend. According to local folklore, the causeway was formed when giant Fionn mac Cumhaill (Finn McCool) was challenged to a battle by a Scottish giant. In an attempt to make his escape, Fionn is said to have caused the sea to surge, leaving behind the distinctive rock formations as evidence of the giants' encounter. The exact age of The Giants Causeway remains a subject of debate, with estimates ranging from 50,000 to 600,000 years old. The site has long been a popular tourist destination, drawing visitors from around the world to marvel at its natural beauty and intriguing history. This lantern slide, part of the Boswell collection, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a period when such natural wonders were a source of fascination and inspiration. Circa 1900, this image provides a captivating reminder of the enduring allure of The Giants Causeway and the power of nature to inspire wonder and curiosity.
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