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Handwritten address on a letter with red sealing wax
Handwritten address on a letter to the 3rd Earl of Portsmouth (John Wallop, 1767-1853), 61 Lincolns Inn Fields, London, from Spencer Perceval (1762-1812), British Prime Minister, with red sealing wax, dated 1 February 1810. Date: 1810
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1810 1810s Address Communication Fields Georgian Handwriting Handwritten Letter Lincolns Minister Names Perceval Portsmouth Prime Seal Sealing Signature Spencer Wallop
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of vintage poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring an authentic handwritten address on a letter sealed with red sealing wax. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a letter from Spencer Perceval, the British Prime Minister at the time, to the 3rd Earl of Portsmouth in 1812. Add an air of history and elegance to your space with this unique and intriguing piece of the past. Order now and bring a piece of history 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.5cm x 42cm (20.3" 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.
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1. Title: A Historical Moment: A Handwritten Letter from Spencer Perceval, British Prime Minister, to the 3rd Earl of Portsmouth, John Wallop, Sealed with Red Sealing Wax (1810) 2. Description: This image showcases an original handwritten letter from Spencer Perceval, who served as the British Prime Minister from 1809 to 1812, addressed to the 3rd Earl of Portsmouth, John Wallop. The letter, dated 1 February 1810, is a testament to the rich history of communication during the Georgian era. The letter's recipient, John Wallop, was a prominent figure in British society, holding the title of Earl of Portsmouth. 3. The letter, penned in elegant handwriting, bears the address in clear, bold script: "61 Lincolns Inn Fields, London." The sender's name, "Spencer Perceval," is also evident, accompanied by the title "Prime Minister." The letter's authenticity is further confirmed by the presence of a red sealing wax seal, which once held the letter closed. The seal, a symbol of official communication, adds an air of importance and authority to the document. 4. The year 1810 is marked clearly on the letter, providing a precise date to this historical artifact. The 1810s were a significant time in British history, with the Napoleonic Wars shaping the political landscape. This letter offers a glimpse into the personal communications between influential figures during this period. 5. The handwritten address and red sealing wax on this letter serve as a reminder of the importance of written communication in the past. The intricacies of the handwriting, the formality of the address, and the significance of the seal all contribute to the letter's historical value. This image offers a unique window into the past, allowing us to connect with the people and events that shaped history.
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