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Palace Yard Stairs
Boats bringing passengers to Westminster, during the reign of Charles I
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Media ID 4415085
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1641 Bringing Passengers Reign Stairs Westminster Yard
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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
This evocative image captures the hustle and bustle of Palace Yard Stairs during the reign of Charles I in 1641. The Thames River, a vital artery of transportation in England, is teeming with activity as boats filled with passengers approach the stairs leading up to Westminster Palace. The palace, a symbol of power and authority, looms in the background, its grandeur underscored by the contrast between the tranquil water and the frenetic energy of the scene. Charles I, who ruled from 1625 to 1649, presided over a tumultuous era in English history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the time, when the palace was the center of political power and the Thames was the primary means of transport for the populace. The boats, manned by skilled oarsmen, bring passengers from all walks of life to the palace, reflecting the diverse and vibrant society of the period. The Palace Yard Stairs, located at the southern end of Westminster Palace, were a crucial point of connection between the river and the palace. Passengers would disembark here and ascend the stairs to reach the palace, where they might attend court, seek an audience with the king, or engage in the many activities that took place within its walls. This photograph, a captivating window into the past, invites us to explore the rich history of England during the reign of Charles I and the pivotal role that the Thames and its boats played in the lives of its people.
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