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Industrial Leeds 1885
Industrial aspect of Leeds from Richmond Hill. Date: 1885
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Media ID 20158993
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1885 Aspect Chimney Chimneys Factories Landscapes Leeds Richmond Smokey
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Industrial Leeds 1885 Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning vintage image, captured in 1885, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the rich industrial history of Leeds as seen from Richmond Hill. The intricate details of the factories and mills, billowing smoke, and bustling activity in this black and white photograph transport you to a bygone era. Hang this evocative piece in your home or office to add character and depth to your space. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a long-lasting and beautiful addition to your collection.
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 9cm (15.6" x 3.5")
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 evocative photograph, taken from Richmond Hill in 1885, captures the industrial aspect of Leeds in England during the 1880s. The scene is dominated by the towering chimneys of factories belching out thick, smokey plumes into the grey sky. The city's industrial might is on full display, with the intricate web of buildings and machinery stretching out before the viewer. The landscape is a stark contrast to the natural beauty of the surrounding hills and countryside. The once tranquil landscape has been transformed into a bustling hub of industry, with the sounds of clanging metal and hissing steam filling the air. The smoke-filled atmosphere adds a sense of urgency and intensity to the scene, as the relentless pace of production continues unabated. The photograph transports us back to the 19th century, a time when the Industrial Revolution was in full swing. Leeds was at the forefront of this revolution, with its textile industry and manufacturing sector driving the city's growth. The photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the people of Leeds, who harnessed the power of steam and coal to transform the city into a major industrial powerhouse. Despite the smokey conditions, there is a sense of awe and wonder in the photograph. The industrial scene is a marvel of human achievement, a testament to the power of innovation and progress. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the environmental cost of industrialization, with the smog and pollution a harbinger of the health issues that would plague industrial cities in the decades to come.
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