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Grand procession at Plymouth on first dispatch of Cape mails
Grand procession to celebrate the port of Plymouth opening up as a Government Mail-packet Station. The Corporations of Plymouth and Devonport conveyed the first dispatch of Cape mails from the Post Office in a grand procession (pictured) through the town to the Steamship Bosphorus, waiting to receive them. Date: 1850
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Media ID 19582415
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Cape Celebrating Commemoration Conveyed Conveying Corporations Dispatch Mail Mails Packing Plymouth Procession
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.9cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 striking image captures the grand procession through the streets of Plymouth, Devon, in 1850, marking the historic opening of the town as a Government Mail-packet Station. The Corporations of Plymouth and Devonport proudly conveyed the first dispatch of Cape mails from the Post Office in an elaborate celebration of this significant milestone. The scene is filled with a sense of excitement and importance as townspeople line the streets to catch a glimpse of the procession. The mail, carefully packaged and ready for dispatch, is being transported in an ornate carriage, guarded by uniformed men. The mail is destined for the Cape of Good Hope, a journey that would take several weeks, making the safe and efficient delivery of these communications a crucial aspect of both personal and business affairs. The steamship Bosphorus, waiting at the water's edge, is ready to receive the valuable cargo. The steamship, a symbol of modern transportation, represents the growing importance of maritime travel and communication in the 19th century. The grand procession through the town was a commemoration of this new era of mail delivery and the role that Plymouth would play in connecting people across great distances. This image is a testament to the grandeur and importance of the mail dispatch ceremony in 19th century Britain, and the vital role that Plymouth played in the communication network of the time. The scene is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the history of mail delivery and the impact it had on communities and connections across the globe.
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