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Chimney Sweep on the Morning Call, 1853 (engraving)
XJF862526 Chimney Sweep on the Morning Call, 1853 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: by George Baxter); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12939446
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Brush Brushes Child Labour Chimney Sweep Dirt Dirty Soot
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Breathe new life into your walls with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the captivating image of "Chimney Sweep on the Morning Call, 1853 (engraving)" by the English School. This stunning 19th-century engraving, sourced from the esteemed Fine Art Finder via Bridgeman Art Library, showcases a chimney sweep making his morning call, a poignant snapshot of a bygone era. Add character and charm to any room with this beautifully preserved piece of history, now available as a high-quality poster print from Media Storehouse.
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 40.3cm x 59.4cm (15.9" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Chimney Sweep on the Morning Call, 1853" takes us back to the gritty reality of 19th-century England. The image depicts a young boy, no older than ten, standing proudly in his soot-covered clothes with brushes in hand. His face bears traces of dirt and grime from countless hours spent working as a chimney sweep. The artist skillfully captures the atmosphere of this era, showcasing the harsh conditions faced by child laborers during industrialization. The boy's determined expression suggests both resilience and vulnerability as he carries out his trade amidst an unforgiving environment. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the social injustices that prevailed at that time. It highlights not only the physical toll but also the emotional burden placed upon these young workers who were denied their childhoods for economic survival. Through this artwork, we are transported to a different era where innocence was stolen too soon and hard work was synonymous with exploitation. It prompts us to reflect on our progress since then and reminds us of our responsibility to protect children's rights today. This powerful engraving by George Baxter is part of a private collection but has been made available for public viewing thanks to Fine Art Finder (www. bridgemanart. com). Its historical significance resonates even now, urging us to strive for a fairer world where every child can enjoy their rightful place - free from such hardships depicted within this evocative piece.
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