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The Old Curiosity Shop, Kingsway, London
The Old Curiosity Shop, at 14 Portsmouth Street, Kingsway, London, as featured in Charles Dickens novel of the same name.
circa early 20th century
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Media ID 14310440
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Corner Curiosity Dickens Fiction Kingsway Portsmouth
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the enchanting world of Charles Dickens' "The Old Curiosity Shop," as depicted in this early 20th century photograph of the real-life shop located at 14 Portsmouth Street, Kingsway, in London. This quaint and intriguing building, with its distinctive arched windows and ornate facade, once served as the inspiration for one of Dickens' most beloved and enduring works of fiction. Published in 1841, "The Old Curiosity Shop" is a Victorian novel that tells the story of the kind-hearted but impoverished young boy, Nhumbeck, who sells curiosities in his grandfather's shop. The shop itself is a treasure trove of oddities and antiques, filled with relics from all corners of the world. Dickens' vivid descriptions of the shop and its wares captivated readers, and the novel remains a beloved classic of English literature. In this photograph, we see the Old Curiosity Shop as it may have appeared in the early 1900s, with its dark wooden exterior and intriguing display of curiosities in the window. The corner location, with its quaint and narrow street, adds to the sense of mystery and intrigue that surrounds this iconic building. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported back in time, to an era when the power of the written word could bring a shop to life in the imagination of readers around the world. The Old Curiosity Shop remains a testament to the enduring power of Dickens' storytelling, and a reminder of the magic that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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