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Framed Print of Reading Room of the Great Library at the British Museum seen from the Entrance, c1935
Reading Room of the Great Library at the British Museum seen from the Entrance, c1935. The circular Reading Room of the British Museum in central London was designed by Sydney Smirke (1798-1877). Construction began in 1854 and was completed in 1857. The Reading Room used to be the main reading room of the British Library. Famous users include Karl Marx, Lenin, Ghandi, Oscar Wilde, Rudyard Kipling and Virginia Woolf. From Wonderful London, Volume 3, edited by Arthur St John Adcock. [The Fleetway House, London, c1935]. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 18324354
Wonderful London Publication Images , Black And White Images Of Britain , British Library History , Architectural Photography UK , Wonderful London Photos , British Museum Reading Room
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Step back in time with our Framed Print featuring the iconic Reading Room of the Great Library at the British Museum. Captured in 1935, this image shows the grand circular design of Sydney Smirke's masterpiece. Immerse yourself in the rich history and intellectual ambiance of the British Museum's renowned library. Our museum-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to bring the beauty and detail of this timeless photograph into your home or office. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your decor with this piece.
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Photo Prints - Step back in time with our photographic print of the Reading Room of the Great Library at the British Museum, captured in 1935. This image shows the iconic circular design of the historic library, as seen from the entrance. Designed by Sydney Smirke in the 19th century, the Reading Room is a symbol of knowledge and history, making this print a must-have for any home or office. Bring the rich heritage of the British Museum into your space with this beautiful, print.
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Modern Frame 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 24.4cm x 16.5cm (9.6" x 6.5")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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