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GGBR2A-00007
London street scene at night with electric lighting, about 1890.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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Media ID 5879030
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1890 1890s British Busy Carriage City Crowd Crowded Daily Life Electric Electricity England English Europe Family Great Britain Horsedrawn Carriage Invention Light Merchant Night Shop Shopper Street Street Car Transportation Urban Urban Life Urbanization Electric Light Electric Lights Industrialization
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the magic of the past with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the captivating image GGBR2A-00007 from North Wind Picture Archives. This 19th-century hand-colored woodcut transports you to the heart of a London street scene at night, bathed in the warm glow of electric lighting. Add this stunning vintage illustration to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and charm. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting beauty. Elevate your space with a piece of history from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.7cm (11" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 print titled "GGBR2A-00007" takes us back to the bustling streets of London in the late 19th century. The image showcases a vibrant city scene illuminated by electric lighting, a groundbreaking invention of its time. Hand-colored with meticulous detail, this woodcut illustration captures the essence of urban life during this transformative era. The crowded street is filled with people from all walks of life, going about their daily routines. Families stroll along the sidewalk, admiring the brightly lit shop windows that line both sides of the road. Merchants stand proudly outside their retail shops, enticing passersby with their wares. In this snapshot of history, we witness how industrialization and urbanization have shaped British society. The introduction of electricity has revolutionized not only transportation but also daily life itself. Horse-drawn carriages and streetcars traverse through the busy thoroughfare while electric lights illuminate every corner. This artwork transports us to a time when Europe was undergoing significant changes and advancements. It serves as a reminder of our ancestors' resilience and adaptability in embracing new technologies that would shape future generations. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, let us appreciate how far we have come since then while cherishing our rich historical heritage captured within these intricate strokes and vivid colors.
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