Framed Print : George Smith, publisher
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George Smith, publisher
George Smith (1824 - 1901), of the publishing firm Smith, Elder and Co. who published Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, along with works by Darwin, Ruskin, Thackeray, Robert Browning and Wilkie Collins
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of literary history into your home or office with our exquisite framed prints from Media Storehouse. This particular print features George Smith, the esteemed publisher of renowned works by literary greats like Charlotte Bronte, Charles Darwin, John Ruskin, William Makepeace Thackeray, Robert Browning, and Wilkie Collins. Published by Mary Evans Prints Online, this elegant framed print showcases a captivating image of George Smith in his publishing prime, adding an air of intellectual sophistication and timeless charm to any space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "George Smith: The Visionary Publisher Who Brought Literary Masterpieces to Life" George Smith (1824-1901), an influential figure in Victorian literature, is depicted in this photograph. Smith, a humble yet visionary publisher, played a pivotal role in shaping the literary landscape of the 19th century through his publishing firm, Smith, Elder and Co. Smith's publishing house was renowned for its commitment to nurturing and promoting emerging literary talents. Among the many authors whose works graced the pages of Smith, Elder and Co.'s publications were Charlotte Bronte, whose groundbreaking novel "Jane Eyre" was first published by Smith in 1847; Charles Darwin, whose seminal work "On the Origin of Species" was published in 1859; John Ruskin, whose influential essays on art and society were first published in the 1850s; William Makepeace Thackeray, whose satirical novels like "Vanity Fair" were published in the 1840s; Robert Browning, whose dramatic monologues and poems were published throughout the 1840s and 1850s; and Wilkie Collins, whose popular novels like "The Woman in White" were published in the 1850s and 1860s. Smith's keen editorial instincts and unwavering support for his authors helped to establish their works as enduring classics. His publishing house was a hub of creativity and innovation, where literary greatness was born and flourished. Smith's dedication to publishing works of literary merit, regardless of their commercial potential, set a precedent for the publishing industry and cemented his place in literary history. This photograph captures the essence of a man whose passion for literature and unwavering commitment to the written word shaped the literary landscape of his time and left an indelible mark on the literary world. George Smith, the humble and visionary publisher, remains a testament to the power of the written word and the transformative impact of a publisher's belief in an author's vision.
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