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Fine Art Print : Swedish Postman C1900
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Swedish Postman C1900
The Swedish postman makes use of a steam ferry to get from one part of Stockholm to another
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Media ID 584147
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10035587
C1900 Ferry Makes Postmen Stockholm Sweden Swedish Racial
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Swedish Postman C1900," transports you back in time to the charming streets of Stockholm. Witness the dedication of a postman from a bygone era as he skillfully navigates the waters of Stockholm's archipelago, making use of a vintage steam ferry to deliver mail between islands. Each print in our Media Storehouse range is meticulously reproduced with the highest attention to detail and color accuracy, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office space. Elevate your interior design and bring history into your living room with our exceptional Fine Art Prints.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the rich history of Swedish communications, featuring a postman diligently making his way across Stockholm's waters in the early 1900s. Dressed in his national uniform and bearing the Swedish flag, he boards a steam ferry to traverse the city's archipelago, connecting communities that were otherwise isolated by water. The steam ferry, a technological marvel of the time, was a vital link in the postal network, enabling the efficient delivery of mail and other essential items. The image, taken circa 1900, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the unique challenges and solutions of the era. The postman's determined expression and the steam ferry's billowing smoke stack convey a sense of industry and determination, as well as the importance of maintaining connections between people and communities. Sweden's postal history is steeped in tradition and innovation, with the country's first postal service established in 1636. Over the centuries, various modes of transportation, from horses and carriages to steamships and airplanes, have been employed to ensure the timely delivery of mail. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Swedish postal system and the postmen who have dedicated themselves to its success. The image is a captivating reminder of the role that postal services played in shaping the world we live in today, as well as the enduring allure of historical moments frozen in time.
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