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Firemen by Thomas Rowlandson
A sedan chair transporting 2 ladies preceeded by a fireman. Pedestrians carrying a lamp and sheilding from the rain with an umbrella
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Media ID 14165506
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Manual Rain Umbrella Fireman Sedan Chair Thomas Rowlandson
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 26.8cm (15.6" x 10.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "Firemen," showcases a unique scene of 18th century London life. In the foreground, two ladies are being transported in a sedan chair, a common mode of transportation for the wealthy at the time. The sedan chair is being pulled by a team of firemen, their uniforms and helmets indicating their profession. The reason for their assistance is not immediately clear, but it is possible that they are helping to navigate the ladies through a crowded or difficult area. The ladies are preceded by a fireman carrying a lantern, providing illumination for their journey. Another fireman is seen in the background, holding an umbrella to shield them from the rain. The use of firemen for such a task was not uncommon, as they were often the strongest and most physically capable members of society. The print also highlights the importance of community and cooperation in London during this time period. Pedestrians on the sidewalk are seen carrying a lamp, helping to light the way for the sedan chair and its passengers. The use of umbrellas to shield from the rain demonstrates the solidarity and communal effort to help each other during inclement weather. Thomas Rowlandson's "Firemen" is a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily life and social structure of 18th century London. The use of firemen for non-emergency tasks, the importance of community cooperation, and the reliance on sedan chairs for transportation are all aspects of this era that are brought to life in this intriguing print.
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