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Stuffed Giraffes
The staircase of the old British Museum in Montague House. Stuffed giraffes at the head of the staircase are being admired by visitors. Original Artwork: Painting - George Scharf the elder. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11772502
1840 1849 Architecture And Art British Curiosity Giraffe Human Interest Leisure Activity Looking Museum Public Building Sport Staircase Stuffed Toy British Museum Format Montague House Wildanimal
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the enchanting allure of the past with our Stuffed Giraffes Poster Print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating vintage image, captured by George Scharf the elder, showcases the old British Museum in Montague House, where the grand staircase is graced by the presence of admiring visitors and the awe-inspiring sight of stuffed giraffes. Bring the charm of history into your home or office with this beautiful and intriguing poster print, a unique addition to any decor.
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 52.2cm x 42cm (20.6" 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
In this photo print, we are transported back in time to the grandeur of the old British Museum in Montague House. The staircase serves as a majestic backdrop for an intriguing display - stuffed giraffes gracefully poised at its head. Visitors are seen gazing up with awe and curiosity, their faces reflecting a mix of admiration and wonder. The original artwork by George Scharf the elder comes to life through this archival image captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images. It beautifully captures the essence of 19th-century England, where art, culture, and exploration thrived. The composition highlights both the architectural beauty of the museum and the unique charm brought by these wild animal specimens. The juxtaposition between man-made structure and natural wonders creates a harmonious blend that is truly mesmerizing. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it evokes feelings of nostalgia for a time when museums were not only repositories of knowledge but also places for leisurely contemplation. This photo reminds us that art transcends time; it sparks our imagination while preserving moments frozen in history. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply captivated by wildlife, this stunning print transports you to another era – one filled with intellectual curiosity, artistic appreciation, and boundless human fascination with nature's creations.
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