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Antique Framed Print : France Nice - knife grinder pre-1900
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France Nice - knife grinder pre-1900
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Media ID 32391296
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Grinder Knife Nice Pre 1900 Trader
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 24.6cm (14.6" x 9.7")
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 vintage photograph, titled "France Nice - Knife Grinder pre-1900," transports us back in time to the charming streets of Nice, France, during the late Victorian or Edwardian era. The image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a dedicated knife grinder at work, his mobile cart laden with a myriad of sharp tools and a worn-out lantern by his side. The cobblestone street, lined with quaint buildings and the vibrant colors of shuttered windows, sets the stage for this evocative scene. The knife grinder, dressed in traditional work attire, is intently focused on sharpening a customer's blade, his expression a testament to the skill and dedication required for his craft. The lantern, casting a warm, flickering light, adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the image. The photograph not only offers a glimpse into the daily life of a bygone era but also highlights the importance of local tradespeople and their role in the community. The knife grinder's presence on the street would have been a familiar sight for the residents of Nice, a testament to the enduring nature of traditional trades and the human connection they fostered. This photograph, with its rich history and timeless appeal, is a treasure trove for those interested in the history of France, Nice, and the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It invites us to pause and reflect on the simple pleasures and the artisanal traditions that once defined our world.
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