Occupational Print of a Surveyor with Transit and Map

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Framed Prints featuring a historic occupational portrait of a surveyor from the 19th century. This piece is an authentic sixth plate daguerreotype, circa 1840-1860, courtesy of Everett Collection. Perfect for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike, Framed Prints bring vintage charm to any room.

A glimpse into the past, this historic daguerreotype captures a surveyor at work. Clad in formal attire, complete with a bowtie and steady gaze, he stands confidently beside his tools: a transit on tripod and dividers held firmly in hand. A map unfurls before him, its creases suggesting years of use. This sixth plate daguerreotype offers a poignant snapshot of an era long gone, one where labor was both physically demanding and mentally precise.

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Photo Prints - Step back in time and discover the fascinating world of a bygone era with our prints. This image, "Occupational portrait of an unidentified surveyor with a transit on a tripod and holding dividers and a map," offers a glimpse into the life of a skilled professional from over 150 years ago. The attention to detail in this sixth plate daguerreotype is truly remarkable, transporting us to an age where precision and skill were paramount. Bring history home with our prints, perfect for anyone who appreciates the beauty of nostalgia and the stories that lie within every frame.

Poster Prints - Add a touch of history to your walls with our Poster Prints, featuring an Occupational portrait of an unidentified surveyor from the 19th century. This piece is a sixth plate daguerreotype, circa 1840-1860, courtesy of Everett Collection. Perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

Metal Prints - our Metal Prints, featuring the historic 'Occupational portrait of an unidentified surveyor' by Everett Collection. This piece shows a 19th-century surveyor's tools and techniques, printed on durable metal for a modern touch. Perfect for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike, Metal Prints bring vintage charm to any room.

Canvas Prints - Canvas Prints featuring the historic 'Occupational portrait of an unidentified surveyor' by Everett Collection. This piece shows a 19th-century surveyor's tools and attire, perfect for history buffs and art enthusiasts alike. Bring vintage charm to any room with our durable Canvas Prints.

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 19.3cm x 24.1cm (7.6" x 9.5")

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

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