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Poster Print : Shipping on the Hooghly River, Calcutta, c. 1870s
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Shipping on the Hooghly River, Calcutta, c. 1870s
19th century vintage photograph: Shipping on the Hooghly River, Calcutta, c.1870s
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Calcutta Collodion Commerce Dock Dres Hooghly Occupation Shipping Skill Wharf Albumen
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite 19th century photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of Calcutta's bustling Hooghly River. Witness the grandeur of the shipping fleet as they navigate the iconic waterway, a testament to the rich maritime history of this fascinating city. Bring the charm of the past into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality poster print.
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 53.9cm x 42cm (21.2" 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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This vintage photograph, titled 'Shipping on the Hooghly River, Calcutta, c.1870s,' transports us back in time to the bustling 19th century waterfront of Calcutta, India. The Hooghly River, a major artery of commerce and transportation, is teeming with a diverse array of ships and vessels, each carrying goods and people from far-off lands. In the foreground, a small boat with a red sail navigates the river, while larger ships laden with cargo are docked at the wharf. The grand architecture of Calcutta's buildings can be seen in the background, a testament to the city's rich cultural and historical heritage. The people in the photograph, dressed in ethnic attire, add a human element to the scene, showcasing the various occupations and trades that thrived during this era. The photograph was likely taken using the albumen or collodion process, popular during the late 1800s. The image's intricate details and sharp focus highlight the skill and artistry of the photographer. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the daily life of the town, with people going about their work and commerce being conducted at the harbor. This photograph is a treasure trove of historical and cultural information, offering a unique perspective into the past. It invites us to explore the early days of urbanization, travel, and commerce in Calcutta, a city that continues to be an important cultural and commercial hub to this day.
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