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Poster Print : Library Company of Philadelphia (founded by Benjamin Franklin, whose statue stands in the niche above the door) and Surgeons Hall on Fifth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
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Library Company of Philadelphia (founded by Benjamin Franklin, whose statue stands in the niche above the door) and Surgeons Hall on Fifth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
PHILADELPHIA: LIBRARY, 1799.
Library Company of Philadelphia (founded by Benjamin Franklin, whose statue stands in the niche above the door) and Surgeons Hall on Fifth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Line engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
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Media ID 8866361
1799 Birch Cart Franklin Hall Horse Drawn Library Library Company Philadelphia Sidewalk Street Scene Surgeon Wagon William
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating line engraving of the Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by the esteemed Benjamin Franklin. The image, created by William Birch & Son in 1799, also highlights Surgeons Hall on Fifth Street, Philadelphia. This fascinating piece of history is now available as a high-quality poster print, perfect for adding an air of sophistication and historical charm to any room in your home or office.
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 48.9cm x 42cm (19.3" 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 the historic Library Company of Philadelphia, a prestigious institution founded by none other than Benjamin Franklin himself. Standing proudly above the entrance is a statue of this esteemed founding father, paying homage to his intellectual legacy. The library's grand architecture exudes an air of sophistication and knowledge, beckoning visitors to step inside and explore its vast collection. Adjacent to the Library Company is Surgeons Hall on Fifth Street, adding another layer of historical significance to this scene. This line engraving from 1799, skillfully crafted by William Birch & Son, captures the late 18th-century charm of Philadelphia's bustling streetscape. Horse-drawn wagons traverse the cobblestone road as men go about their daily activities. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into American life during this era. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when transportation relied on horsepower rather than engines. The presence of carts and wagons further emphasizes the importance of trade and commerce in shaping early American cities like Philadelphia. Overall, this print serves as a visual testament to both Benjamin Franklin's enduring influence and the architectural beauty that graced Philadelphia's streets centuries ago. It invites viewers to appreciate history while also reminding us how far we have come in terms of technology and urban development.
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