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Giant ophicleide played, 1843
Jean Prospero Guivier(1814-) playing a giant ophicleide, manufactured expressly for the Birmingham Music Hall. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Instrument Performance Played Prospero Unusual Musical Ophicleide
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring "Giant Ophicleide Played, 1843" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases Jean Prospero Guivier in action, playing a massive ophicleide that was specifically manufactured for the Birmingham Music Hall. Experience the history of music and its evolution with this unique and intriguing print. Perfect for music enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone looking to add a touch of vintage charm to their space. Order now and bring a piece of the past into 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 36cm x 59.4cm (14.2" 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 image captures the moment as Jean Prospero Guivier, a renowned French musician, plays the extraordinary Giant Ophicleide during a performance at the Birmingham Music Hall in 1843. The Ophicleide, an unusual and large brass instrument, was custom-made for this prestigious venue, marking a significant moment in the history of musical innovation during the 1840s. Guivier's expression reveals the intense focus and concentration required to master such an unconventional instrument. The Giant Ophicleide, with its distinctive conical bore and bell, was an early precursor to the modern tuba. Its unique design allowed for a rich, resonant sound that could project over the other instruments in an orchestra, making it a valuable addition to the musical landscape of the time. The 1840s were a period of great experimentation in the world of music, as new instruments and techniques were constantly being explored. The Giant Ophicleide, with its impressive size and powerful sound, was a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the musical world during this era. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, allowing us to witness the excitement and intrigue that surrounded the introduction of such an unusual and groundbreaking instrument. The image serves as a reminder of the important role that musical innovations play in shaping the cultural landscape and pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.
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