Framed Print : William Caxton in his workshop
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William Caxton in his workshop
Great nobles visited Caxtons workshop. William Caxton (c.1422-1492), English merchant and printer, the first to introduce the printing press to England and the first English seller of printed books, is visited in his workshop by noblemen keen to look at his books
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Framed Print of "William Caxton in his Workshop" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases the renowned English merchant and printer, William Caxton (c.1422-1492), in his workshop - the very place where he introduced the printing press to England and became the first English seller of printed books. The great nobles of the time visited Caxton's workshop, witnessing the birth of a new era in literature and communication. Bring history to life in your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing piece of art.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative 15th-century image, we find William Caxton, the pioneering English merchant and printer, engrossed in his workshop. Surrounded by the paraphernalia of his trade, Caxton, born around 1422, is in the midst of a lively discussion with a group of noblemen. The great lords of the realm have come to pay a visit, intrigued by the innovative technology and the allure of the printed word. Caxton, the first Englishman to bring the printing press to his homeland, is a pivotal figure in the history of the English language and literature. His workshop, filled with the hum of activity and the scent of ink and paper, represents a crucible of intellectual and cultural transformation. The noblemen, dressed in rich robes and bearing the insignia of their high rank, lean in to examine the books spread out before them. Their rapt attention speaks volumes about the value and prestige that printed texts were beginning to command. This historical scene, set in the late medieval period, is a testament to the power of the written word and the enduring allure of knowledge. The exchange between Caxton and the noblemen is a poignant reminder of the role that the printed book played in shaping the intellectual landscape of England and fostering a culture of learning and discourse. As the first English seller of printed books, Caxton's workshop served as a catalyst for the dissemination of ideas and the spread of literacy, paving the way for the rich literary and cultural heritage that would come to define the English language and its people.
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