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Antique Framed Print : Laying the Foundation Stone, SR poster
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Laying the Foundation Stone, SR poster
Southern Railway poster showing the laying the of the foundation stone at Southampton Docks. Artwork by A K Zinkeisen
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Media ID 10015509
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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 19.1cm (9.6" x 7.5")
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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In this print titled "Laying the Foundation Stone, SR poster" we are transported back in time to witness a momentous event at Southampton Docks. The artwork, skillfully crafted by A K Zinkeisen, beautifully captures the essence of this historical occasion. As our eyes explore the image, we are immediately drawn to the bustling scene before us. The foreground is filled with an array of people from all walks of life - men and women alike - eagerly gathered to witness this significant milestone. Their faces reflect a mix of excitement and anticipation as they stand amidst a sea of activity. The focus then shifts towards the center where we see a group of distinguished individuals laying down the foundation stone. Clad in formal attire, their presence exudes authority and importance. This symbolic act represents not only progress but also signifies new beginnings for Southampton Docks. Beyond them lies a magnificent fleet of ships that stretch into the horizon, reminding us of the vital role these docks played in connecting people and goods across vast distances during that era. This print from National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an invaluable historical artifact. It allows us to glimpse into a specific moment in time when dreams were being built upon solid foundations – quite literally!
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