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Poster Print : Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793 (engraving)
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Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793 (engraving)
PNP247617 Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793 (engraving) by American School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: city designed by Pierre Charles L Enfant (1754-1825) a French-born American architect and urban planner; appointed by George Washington to design a new federal capital; District of Columbia; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22662566
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Plan of the City of Washington poster print from Media Storehouse. This beautiful engraving, created in the 18th century by the American School after Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, offers a captivating glimpse into the early history of the United States capital. The intricate details of the original plan, as laid out in 1793, bring the past to life, making this a must-have addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this exquisite poster print.
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 53.1cm x 42cm (20.9" 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.
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This engraving, titled "Plan of the City of Washington as originally laid out in 1793" offers a fascinating glimpse into the birth of America's capital. Created by an unknown American School artist in the 18th century, this print showcases the meticulous urban planning and architectural vision of Pierre Charles L'Enfant. Appointed by George Washington himself, L'Enfant was entrusted with designing a new federal capital that would symbolize the ideals and aspirations of a young nation. This intricate map reveals his grand vision for Washington D. C. , with its carefully plotted streets and strategic positioning along the majestic Potomac River. As you study this historic artwork, you can't help but be struck by the sheer scale and ambition behind L'Enfant's plan. Every street seems to have been thoughtfully placed to create harmony and efficiency within the cityscape. The grid-like layout is both practical and aesthetically pleasing, reflecting Enlightenment-era ideals of order and progress. This engraving serves as a testament to not only L'Enfant's genius but also to America's early dreams of creating a capital that would rival any other in terms of beauty and functionality. It is through prints like these that we are able to appreciate how far our nation has come while also honoring those who played pivotal roles in shaping its history.
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