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A Victorian hold-to-light Christmas Card of sailing ships and a lighthouse
3604474 A Victorian hold-to-light Christmas Card of sailing ships and a lighthouse. Light shines through the lighthouse windows when the card is held to a light source, circa 1892 (coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23630708
© David Pearson / Bridgeman Images
Expose Galleon Hold To Light Lantern Lighthouse Novelty Picture Reveal Rocks Sails Windows
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the magic of the Victorian era into your home with our exquisite range of Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This beautiful image, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, features a hold-to-light Christmas card design. Delight in the intricate details of sailing ships and a lighthouse, as the warm glow of the lighthouse windows illuminates the scene when held up to a light source. Elevate your decor and transport yourself back in time with this timeless and captivating piece.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" 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 38.7cm x 59.4cm (15.2" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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This Victorian hold-to-light Christmas card takes us back to the enchanting era of the 19th century. The beautifully colored lithograph showcases a picturesque scene of sailing ships gracefully gliding through the sea, guided by a majestic lighthouse standing tall on rocky shores. When held up to a light source, this unique greeting card reveals its true magic. As if brought to life, beams of light shine through the meticulously crafted windows of the lighthouse, illuminating its surroundings with a warm and inviting glow. This clever novelty adds an extra layer of wonder and excitement to this already stunning piece. The intricate details in this artwork transport us into a world where adventure meets tranquility. The sails of the galleon boats billow majestically against the backdrop of serene blue waters, while seagulls soar above them in search of their next destination. As we admire this vintage masterpiece, we can't help but feel nostalgic for simpler times when sending heartfelt greetings was an art form in itself. This exquisite Christmas card captures both our imagination and our desire for connection during this festive season. Preserved within a private collection and expertly photographed by eDavid Pearson, this print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only its historical significance but also its timeless beauty that continues to captivate viewers even after more than a century has passed.
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