Poster Print : William Beckford (1709-70) James Townsend and John Sawbridge (c. 1732-95) Aldermen of London
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William Beckford (1709-70) James Townsend and John Sawbridge (c. 1732-95) Aldermen of London
XJF107811 William Beckford (1709-70) James Townsend and John Sawbridge (c.1732-95) Aldermen of London, engraved by the artist, 1769 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Houston, Richard (1721-75); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12705025
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Chains Of Office Legislators Lord Mayor Member Parliament
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the engraving "William Beckford (1709-70) and James Townsend and John Sawbridge (c. 1732-95), Aldermen of London" by Bridgeman Art. This elegant and historic print, originally engraved in 1769, showcases two prominent Aldermen of London, William Beckford and James Townsend, along with John Sawbridge. The intricate details of the engraving are brought to life in this high-quality poster print, making it an excellent addition to any home or office space. With its rich historical significance, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a source of inspiration for those who appreciate the beauty and history of fine art.
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 53.7cm x 42cm (21.1" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases three influential figures from London's political history. In the center stands William Beckford, a prominent politician who lived from 1709 to 1770. Flanking him on either side are James Townsend and John Sawbridge, both esteemed aldermen of London during their time. The artist Richard Houston skillfully engraved this portrait in 1769, capturing the essence of these distinguished gentlemen. The image exudes an air of authority and power as they proudly wear their chains of office around their necks. Beckford, Townsend, and Sawbridge were all members of parliament (MP) who played significant roles in shaping the legislative landscape of their era. Their contributions to governance extended beyond just being legislators; Sawbridge even served as Lord Mayor at one point. This group portrait not only immortalizes these politicians but also symbolizes unity and camaraderie among those entrusted with leading London's government affairs. Each man's individuality shines through while simultaneously highlighting their shared commitment to public service. Displayed in a private collection today, this engraving by Houston serves as a reminder of the rich history that has shaped our present-day society. It is a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by these remarkable individuals whose influence reverberates through time.
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