A Hand Print from India, a 19th-century print

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Discover the fascinating history behind fingerprinting with our 'Hand print from India' framed print. This image, courtesy of Everett Collection, takes you back to the 1850s when Sir William James Herschel first introduced this revolutionary technique in India. A testament to human ingenuity and innovation, this piece is a must-have for anyone interested in history, science or simply art.

A delicate hand print from India, preserved in a timeless print.

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Photo Prints - Step into the fascinating world of history and innovation with our prints. This striking image, 'Hand print from India' by Courtesy Everett Collection, takes us back to the pioneering days of fingerprinting in 19th-century India. Sir William James Herschel's groundbreaking initiative paved the way for a revolutionary crime-solving technique that continues to shape our world today. Bring a piece of this story into your home and be inspired by the power of human ingenuity.

Poster Prints - Discover the fascinating history of fingerprinting with our Poster Prints, featuring 'Hand print from India' by Everett Collection. Learn about Sir William James Herschel's pioneering work in 1850s India and how it revolutionized identification methods. Perfect for home decor, office inspiration, or educational settings, these informative Poster Prints are a great addition to any space.

Metal Prints - Metal Prints, a modern art form that combines colors and textures. Our 'Hand print from India' Metal Print features a historic image of Sir William James Herschel's pioneering work in fingerprinting in the 1850s, printed on durable metal for a striking visual impact and long-lasting beauty.

Canvas Prints - Discover the rich history behind 'Hand print from India' by Everett Collection, a fascinating piece of art that shows Sir William James Herschel's pioneering work in fingerprinting in the 1850s. Now available as Canvas Prints, this artwork brings a touch of colonial era charm to your home decor, perfect for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike.

Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.7cm x 24.4cm (5.8" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")

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