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Canvas Print : Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750
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Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750
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Media ID 15177098
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Camden Criminal Highwayman Kentish Town Prig Robber Robbery Robbing Theft Thief Victim
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Colonel Jack Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse Heritage Images collection. This vintage masterpiece depicts the notorious highwayman, Colonel Jack, in the midst of a daring robbery on the bustling streets of London, c1750. Mary Smith, a determined traveler on her way to Kentish Town, remains unfazed as the charismatic outlaw makes his move. Bring the thrilling tales of the past into your home with this exquisitely detailed and vividly colored canvas print, sure to ignite conversations and add character to any room.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This 18th-century print depicts a dramatic scene in the outskirts of London. Titled "Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750" it transports us back in time to an era filled with danger and intrigue. The anonymous artist skillfully captures the essence of this criminal act through detailed engraving and vibrant colors. In this image, we witness Colonel Jack, a notorious highwayman known for his audacity and cunning, intercepting Mary Smith's journey to Kentish Town. The lady is portrayed as a helpless victim caught off guard by this brazen robbery. As she clutches her belongings tightly against her chest, fear etches across her face while the surrounding nature seems oblivious to their plight. The setting itself adds depth to the narrative - a secluded country road lined with towering trees that cast long shadows upon the scene. This juxtaposition between man-made crime and untouched nature highlights both humanity's capacity for wrongdoing and its inherent connection with the natural world. Preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery's collection, this historic print serves as a reminder of England's past lawlessness during the eighteenth century. It invites contemplation on themes such as justice, morality, and societal norms that have evolved over time.
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