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Poster Print : St Johns Lock, Lechlade AL0488_004_02
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St Johns Lock, Lechlade AL0488_004_02
ST JOHNs LOCK, Lechlade, Gloucestershire. The weir and lock keepers house at St Johns Lock on the River Thames. A man sits on the riverbank and contemplates the reeds. (Published in Taunts New Map of the River Thames, 5th edition, 1886-7). Photographed between 1860 and 1887 by Henry Taunt
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A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Discover the timeless beauty of St John's Lock in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, as captured by renowned photographer Henry Taunt in this exquisite poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Historic England, showcases the weir and lock keeper's house at St John's Lock on the River Thames. A serene moment unfolds as a man sits contemplatively on the riverbank, surrounded by the tranquility of the reeds. Bring the enchanting scenery of the English countryside into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print. Perfect for those who appreciate the simple pleasures of nature and history.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.1cm x 49.1cm (33.1" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
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 photograph, taken by Henry Taunt between 1860 and 1887, showcases the serene beauty of St Johns Lock in Lechlade, Gloucestershire. The image is a print from "Taunts New Map of the River Thames" capturing the essence of rural Victorian life along the banks of this iconic river. In this picturesque scene, we see the magnificent weir and lock keepers house standing proudly against the backdrop of lush greenery. The tranquil waters flow gently through St Johns Lock, reflecting a sense of calmness that pervades throughout. A man sits on the riverbank nearby, his figure adding an element of contemplation to this idyllic setting as he gazes upon the reeds swaying in harmony with nature's rhythm. Henry Taunt's masterful composition transports us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace; where simplicity and natural beauty were cherished above all else. This photograph encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also offers us a glimpse into an era long gone. As we observe this remarkable piece captured over a century ago, it serves as a reminder to appreciate our surroundings and find solace in nature's embrace. It invites us to pause for reflection amidst our busy lives and reconnect with simpler times when riverside strolls provided respite from everyday worries. Through Taunt's lens, we are transported into an enchanting world where rural landscapes merge seamlessly with Victorian charm – forever preserved within this timeless print.
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