Fine Art Print : London Smog
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London Smog
A cart and a sweep dimly seen in a London smog
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Media ID 4331840
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1889 Chimney Chimney Sweep Phenomena Smog Sweep
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the heart of historical London with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "London Smog" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating print transports you back in time, showcasing a dimly lit cart and a sweep making their way through the dense, foggy streets of London. With its rich detail and authentic atmosphere, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past. Bring the charm of old London into your home or office, and let the mystery of the smog-filled streets tell your story.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
A Victorian Scene of London Smog - A Cart and a Sweep Dimly Seen This evocative photograph, captured in the heart of London during the late 19th century, portrays a scene of history and phenomena that has long fascinated historians and weather enthusiasts alike. The year was 1889, and the city was enveloped in a thick, dense smog that would come to be known as the "Pea Soup Fog." In the foreground of the image, a cart laden with sacks is barely visible, its outline barely discernible through the thick, yellow-tinged fog. The cart's driver, a chimney sweep, is seen in the background, his figure also shrouded in the murky haze. The sweep, dressed in his traditional uniform of a long, black jumper and white shirt, is hunched over, his face obscured by his hat as he looks intently at the ground, perhaps searching for the next chimney to clean. The source of the smog can be seen in the distance, with numerous chimneys belching out thick plumes of smoke into the already polluted air. The fog, a result of the coal burning in these chimneys, had become a common occurrence in London during the Industrial Revolution, and the city's residents had grown accustomed to the smoggy conditions. Despite the hazardous conditions, life went on in the city. The streets were still bustling with activity, with horse-drawn carts and pedestrians making their way through the fog, often with the help of lanterns and gas lamps to light their way. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a time when the cost of industrial progress was a heavy smog-filled price. The image, with its historical significance and atmospheric quality, is a must-have for any collection of Victorian-era photographs or those interested in the history of London and its weather phenomena.
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