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INDIA: POSTMAN, 1858. The Catamaran Postman. A mail deliverer in India. Wood engraving
INDIA: POSTMAN, 1858.
The Catamaran Postman. A mail deliverer in India. Wood engraving, English, 1858
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Media ID 12418520
1858 Asian Catamaran India Mail Postman Rowing South Asian Water
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our captivating India: Postman, 1858 poster print. This exquisite wood engraving, sourced from The Granger Collection in New York City, depicts a dedicated postman delivering mail aboard a catamaran in India during the 19th century. The intricate details and rich history brought to life in this Granger Art on Demand piece are sure to make a striking addition to any room in your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space and start a conversation with this captivating work of 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 59.4cm x 38.5cm (23.4" x 15.2")
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
The captivating print titled "INDIA: POSTMAN, 1858. The Catamaran Postman" takes us back in time to witness the unique mode of mail delivery in India during the mid-19th century. This wood engraving showcases an Indian mail deliverer rowing his way through the tranquil waters on a catamaran. In this mesmerizing scene, we see a man dedicatedly maneuvering his oar-powered vessel amidst the calm maritime surroundings. Dressed in traditional attire, he represents the essence of Indian culture and heritage as he carries out his important task of delivering mail across waterways. This image not only captures a moment frozen in history but also highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of transportation methods employed by individuals in South Asian countries like India. The catamaran used for postal services demonstrates how people adapted their means to suit their environment and needs. As we delve into this enchanting piece from Granger Art on Demand, it serves as a reminder of how communication has evolved over time. It prompts us to appreciate the efforts made by those who ensured that messages reached their destinations even when faced with geographical challenges. With its intricate details and historical significance, this wood engraving transports us back to an era where postmen braved water bodies to connect communities through letters and parcels. It is truly a testament to human resilience and innovation throughout history.
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