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Poster Print : The Bank of England Parlour, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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The Bank of England Parlour, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Bank of England Parlour, 1844. Bankers in the City of London:a special meeting of the proprietors of Bank Stock was held, for the purpose of electing a governor and deputy governor for the year ensuing. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of The Bank of England Parlour in 1844. This captivating photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases a special meeting of bank stock proprietors in the heart of London's financial district. Add an air of historical charm to your home or office with this beautiful, unknown creation. Order now and transport yourself back to an era of banking history.
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 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1844, offering a glimpse into the prestigious Bank of England Parlour. The creator of this remarkable image remains unknown, yet their talent for capturing the essence of this historic moment is undeniable. In this bustling room filled with influential figures, bankers from the City of London have gathered for a special meeting. Their purpose? To elect a governor and deputy governor for the upcoming year. This engraving was originally featured in "Illustrated London News" - an esteemed newspaper publication during that era. The grandeur of 19th-century architecture surrounds these distinguished gentlemen as they engage in political discourse and decision-making. Clad in formal attire, these businessmen epitomize power and influence within British society at that time. The print not only documents a significant event but also serves as a metaphor for the old boys' club or network prevalent during this period. It symbolizes how connections and affiliations played crucial roles in shaping professions like banking and politics. As we observe this intriguing scene from over a century ago, we are transported to an era where newspapers were pivotal in disseminating news and shaping public opinion. This photograph reminds us of the rich history behind institutions such as The Bank of England while providing insight into Victorian finance, occupation, and social dynamics. Thanks to The Print Collector's preservation efforts, we can still appreciate this piece today – an invaluable window into our past.
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