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Fine Art Print : Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving)
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Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving)
1607917 Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 December 1854.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22548344
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Balaclava Crimea Crimean War Office Sebastopol Waterloo Road Betts Brassey
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the engraving "Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating 19th-century work of art portrays Messrs. Peto, Brassey, and Betts overseeing the construction of the railway that played a pivotal role in the Battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War. The intricate details of the engraving beautifully capture the historical significance of this moment in time. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 engraving, titled "Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, and the Railway from Balaclava to Sebastopol" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The scene depicts an important development during the Crimean War - the construction of a railway connecting Balaclava to Sebastopol. The image showcases Messers Peto, Brassey, and Betts, prominent figures involved in this ambitious project. They stand proudly amidst a bustling street scene in London's Waterloo Road. The artist has skillfully captured the architectural details of buildings lining the road while also highlighting the crowds that have gathered around them. Intriguingly, this print not only provides insight into military advancements but also offers glimpses into everyday life during that era. Portable barrack huts can be seen nearby as troops move about their duties. This engraving serves as a testament to both progress and resilience amidst conflict. Originally published in The Illustrated London News on December 9th, 1854, this artwork holds historical significance beyond its aesthetic appeal. It invites viewers to reflect upon how transportation infrastructure played a crucial role in shaping warfare strategies during that time. As we gaze at this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection through Fine Art Finder's lens, we are transported back to an era where innovation met adversity head-on – forever etching itself into our collective memory.
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