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Framed Print : Cheapside, London, 1846
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Cheapside, London, 1846
Engraving showing Cheapside in the City of London, 1846. In the foreground of this image, one can see the street repaving work going on. Wooden paving was, at the time, being replaced by stone
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1846 Cheapside Foreground Paving Replaced
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating engraving, titled "Cheapside, London, 1846," brings the history of the City of London to life. Witness the hustle and bustle of the street as wooden paving is replaced by stone in this intricately detailed image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Our Framed Prints are not only beautiful additions to your home or office, but they also make for thoughtful and unique gifts. Bring history into your space and relive the past with this stunning representation of Cheapside in 1846.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 engraving captures a moment in time on Cheapside, London in 1846. The bustling city street is alive with activity, as workers diligently replace the old wooden paving with sturdy stone. In the foreground, one can see the meticulous repaving work taking place, showcasing the transition from outdated materials to more durable ones.
Cheapside has long been a hub of commerce and history in London, and this image provides a glimpse into its rich past. The intricate details of the engraving bring to life the sights and sounds of this busy thoroughfare during this era.
As we gaze upon this historical scene, we are transported back to a time when horse-drawn carriages clattered down cobblestone streets and merchants hawked their wares to passersby. The significance of Cheapside as an important trading center is evident in every detail of this print.
This engraving serves as a valuable reminder of how cities evolve over time, adapting to new technologies and materials. The transformation from wooden to stone paving symbolizes progress and modernization in urban infrastructure.
In preserving moments like these through prints such as this one from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are able to connect with our shared history and appreciate the legacy left behind by those who came before us.
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