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Antique Framed Print : A postman in the Scottish Highlands
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A postman in the Scottish Highlands
A postman delivers a letter on foot in the Scottish Highlands
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Media ID 690227
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1840s 1848 Delivering Foot Highlands Kilt Postmen Scot Land Tartan Delivery
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 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
A Postman's Journey Through the Scottish Highlands, 1848: A snapshot of historical tradition and rural life in Scotland. In this evocative image from the 1840s, a postman in full Scottish regalia, complete with tartan kilt and sporran, braves the rugged terrain of the Scottish Highlands as he delivers a letter. The postman's quilted jacket, worn over a white shirt and red waistcoat, is adorned with brass buttons and a thick woolen scarf is wrapped around his neck for added warmth. A faithful dog accompanies him on his journey, adding a touch of companionship to the otherwise solitary endeavor. The Scottish Highlands, with their dramatic landscapes of towering mountains, vast lochs, and sprawling moors, have long been a symbol of Scotland's rich history and natural beauty. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when communications were more rudimentary and the postman's role was a vital link between communities. The image transports us back to a time when the mail was delivered on foot, often in the harshest of weather conditions, and the postman was a familiar and respected figure in rural Scotland. The Victorian era, during which this photograph was taken, was a period of great change and progress in Scotland, with the expansion of industry and the growth of urban centers. Yet, in the Scottish Highlands, traditional ways of life continued to thrive, and the postman's journey remained a testament to the resilience and determination of those who lived and worked in this beautiful but challenging landscape.
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