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Fine Art Print : PRINTING PRESS, 1639. The first printing press brought to colonial America in 1639 by the English printer Stephen Daye, who set it up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
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PRINTING PRESS, 1639. The first printing press brought to colonial America in 1639 by the English printer Stephen Daye, who set it up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
PRINTING PRESS, 1639.
The first printing press brought to colonial America in 1639 by the English printer Stephen Daye, who set it up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
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Media ID 7535089
1639 Cambridge Colonial Industry Colonist Colony Craftsman Equipment Life Massachusetts Movable Type Press Print Maker Print Shop Printing Press Stephen Technology Workshop Daye
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the 1639 Printing Press, the first to be brought to colonial America by English printer Stephen Daye. This captivating 19th century wood engraving, sourced from The Granger Collection in New York, transports you to the inception of the written word in the New World. Add a touch of history and timeless charm to your space with this stunning piece from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 45.4cm (16.5" x 17.9")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the historic moment when the first printing press was brought to colonial America in 1639. The English printer Stephen Daye is credited with this monumental achievement, as he set up the press in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This wood engraving, created in the 19th century by an American artist, beautifully captures the essence of this technological marvel. In this image, we see a bustling workshop filled with skilled workers diligently operating the printing press. These craftsmen are pioneers in their field and play a crucial role in shaping colonial industry. The scene depicts a snapshot of daily life during that time period - men working together to produce printed materials that would greatly impact society. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it marked a turning point for North America as it embraced new technology from England. With movable type and state-of-the-art equipment at their disposal, these colonists were able to disseminate information more efficiently than ever before. As we admire this remarkable piece of history captured through artistry and craftsmanship, let us reflect on how far we have come since those early days. Today's modern printing presses owe their existence to visionaries like Stephen Daye who paved the way for future generations to communicate ideas and knowledge effectively.
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