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Postcard : Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper)
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Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper)
XJF354242 Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828 (pencil on paper) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12864116
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Barrow Break Builders Cement Civil Engineering Constructing Digging Equipment Mains Paving Pickaxe Relaxing Sewer Shovel Spade Wheel Wheelbarrow Workman Works
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Workmen near the New Post Office in The City, London, 1828" takes us back to a bustling era of construction and progress. Captured by George Scharf the Elder, this pencil on paper artwork showcases a scene filled with industrious workers dedicated to shaping the city's landscape. Intriguingly detailed, we witness a group of builders diligently engaged in their tasks. Some are seen digging into the ground with shovels and spades while others carefully lay cement for roadworks. Amidst their laborious efforts, there is also room for respite as some workmen take a break from their duties. They can be spotted smoking and relaxing before returning to their tools and equipment. The composition beautifully captures the essence of civil engineering during this period. Wheelbarrows loaded with materials are skillfully maneuvered through the construction site while pickaxes and axes lean against walls ready for use. Paving stones line one side of the street as sewer mains are being installed beneath it. This historic image not only documents an important moment in London's development but also pays tribute to those who played vital roles in its transformation. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of infrastructure and urban planning. Displayed by Fine Art Finder, this evocative piece transports us back to an era where hard work laid the foundation for progress and innovation that still shapes our cities today.
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