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Imperial Penny Post
A wagon is loaded with mail for the inaugural dispatch of the new GPO (General Post Office) Imperial Penny Post service, London, 1898. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11925660
© 2008 Getty Images
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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
In this photo print, we are transported back to the bustling streets of London in 1898. The image captures a momentous occasion - the inaugural dispatch of the new GPO Imperial Penny Post service. A wagon, laden with mailbags and sacks, stands at the center of attention as it is prepared for its important journey. The postal workers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, exude an air of purpose and dedication. Mid-adult men and young men work together seamlessly to load the cart with precision and efficiency. Each individual plays a crucial role in ensuring that letters from all corners of the city reach their intended recipients. The sepia tones add a touch of nostalgia to this timeless scene, evoking memories of a bygone era when communication relied heavily on handwritten letters rather than instant digital messages. It serves as a reminder that even in those days long ago, people recognized the importance of staying connected through mail. This remarkable photograph not only captures a significant moment in history but also pays homage to the hardworking postmen who played an essential role in facilitating communication during that time period. As we gaze upon this image today, we can't help but appreciate how far we have come while cherishing these glimpses into our past.
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