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Framed Print : Silent Highwayman
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Silent Highwayman
Death - The Silent Highway-Man of the polluted River Thames
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Media ID 584158
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10035653
1858 Community Environment High Way Highway Man Polluted Pollution Silent Stink
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Silent Highwayman" framed print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork brings to life the haunting tale of "Death - The Silent Highway-Man of the polluted River Thames." Each print is meticulously framed to preserve the intricate details of this evocative image, transporting you to the heart of the story. The ethereal figure of Death, cloaked in a ghostly mist, glides silently along the murky waters, symbolizing the inexorable passage of time. Add this enchanting piece to your collection and let the allure of the Silent Highwayman captivate you every day.
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 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the essence of a bygone era when the River Thames was known as one of the most polluted waterways in history. The Silent Highwayman, also known as Death, roamed the murky waters in 1858 during the Great Stink, a period of intense pollution and foul odors that plagued London.
The figure of Death is depicted as a mysterious and ominous presence, silently gliding along the polluted river on his high way. His grim appearance serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact that pollution had on both the environment and community living along its banks.
Through this historical cartoon print, we are transported back to a time when industrialization and urban development took precedence over environmental conservation. The Silent Highwayman symbolizes not only death itself but also the silent destruction caused by human negligence towards nature.
As we reflect on this powerful image, we are reminded of our responsibility to protect our environment and ensure that future generations do not suffer from similar consequences. Let us learn from history and strive to create a cleaner, healthier world for all beings who call Earth home.
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