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Framed Print : LONDON: PONTOON, 1860. Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge
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LONDON: PONTOON, 1860. Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge
LONDON: PONTOON, 1860.
Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge on the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London, before the Duke of Cambridge, 1860. Contemporary English wood engraving
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Media ID 12426145
1860 Army Boat Bridge Cambridge Captain Crossing Demonstration Duke Francis Hyde Park Lake London Pontoon Spectator Victorian Fowke Serpentine
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring the captivating image "LONDON: PONTOON, 1860. Demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes pontoon bridge" by Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection. Witness the historic demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes' pontoon bridge on the Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London, as it took place in 1860. This beautiful contemporary English wood engraving transports you to a bygone era, making it an essential addition to any home or office space. Order now and bring a piece of history into your living space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.8cm (15.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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This print titled "LONDON: PONTOON, 1860" takes us back in time to witness a remarkable event. The image showcases the demonstration of Captain Francis Fowkes' pontoon bridge on the serene Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, London. It was an extraordinary moment as troops and spectators gathered around to witness this innovative transportation marvel. In the late Victorian era, Captain Fowkes presented his groundbreaking creation before none other than the Duke of Cambridge himself. This wood engraving captures the essence of that historic day when soldiers stood tall alongside their captain, ready to showcase the capabilities of this pontoon bridge. The scene is filled with anticipation as men line up on either side of the bridge while others watch from afar. The intricate details captured by Granger Art on Demand allow us to appreciate both the exterior beauty of Hyde Park and the engineering brilliance behind Fowkes' creation. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to a period where innovation and progress were highly celebrated. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst bustling city life, moments like these allowed people to pause and marvel at human ingenuity.
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