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Thames Frost Fair
Hannah Robinsons souvenir of a visit to a Frost Fair on the frozen River Thames in London, January 1749. The print shows a stretch of the river from Westminster Hall to the Temple. The stalls shown are either sheet music booths, or printing booths, where customers can have their names stamped on prints of the fair. (Photo by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Rischgitz
Media ID 11798202
© 2006 Getty Images
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of "Thames Frost Fair" by Rischgitz from our Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This captivating piece transports you to a winter wonderland on the frozen River Thames in London, as depicted in Hannah Robinson's souvenir from the Frost Fair of January 1749. Witness the stunning stretch of the river from Westminster Hall to the Temple, where the frozen surface becomes a bustling marketplace filled with vendors, entertainers, and curious onlookers. Bring this historic moment into your home and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 print takes us back in time to the enchanting Frost Fair on the frozen River Thames in London, January 1749. The image captures a stretch of the river from Westminster Hall to the Temple, showcasing an array of stalls that line its icy surface. As we delve into this historical moment, we discover that these stalls serve two distinct purposes: sheet music booths and printing booths. Intriguingly, customers can be seen gathered around the printing booths, eagerly awaiting their turn to have their names stamped on prints of this extraordinary fair. It is a testament to human ingenuity and creativity that even amidst freezing temperatures and challenging conditions, people found ways to engage in leisure activities and celebrate life. The atmosphere depicted in this photograph is one of bustling energy as both males and females, young boys included, immerse themselves in the festivities. Despite being surrounded by frosty weather and outdoor elements, they find joy within this temporary fairground set up on ice-covered waters. As we gaze at this remarkable snapshot from history captured by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images), it serves as a reminder of how communities come together during challenging times - finding solace through shared experiences. This piece becomes not just a souvenir for Hannah Robinson but also an enduring symbol of resilience and celebration amidst adversity.
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