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Fine Art Print : 18th Century Oil Lights
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18th Century Oil Lights
Ladies going home in sedan chairs after an evening out enter streets with oil lanterns
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Media ID 620954
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Chairs Enter Lanterns Lighting Lights Sedan
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the elegance of the 18th century into your home with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image of ladies making their way home in sedan chairs, illuminated by the warm glow of oil lights, transports you back in time. The intricate details of the oil lanterns and the delicate elegance of the sedan chairs are sure to add an air of sophistication to any room. Our high-quality prints are perfect for adding character to your interior decor, and make for a thoughtful and unique gift. Experience the beauty of history in your own home with our collection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Grand Farewell: Ladies Retiring Home after an Enchanting 18th Century Evening" This evocative image, captured by an unknown artist in the 18th century, transports us back in time to an era of elegance and opulence. The scene unfolds on a dimly lit, cobblestone street, where the soft glow of oil lanterns casts an ethereal, otherworldly light. In the distance, the silhouettes of ornate sedan chairs can be seen, their occupants, ladies of refinement and sophistication, making their way home after an enchanting evening out. The sedan chairs, a symbol of wealth and status, are carried by a team of sturdy porters, their faces obscured by the shadows. The ladies, dressed in the height of fashion, their silhouettes framed by the open doors of the chairs, are lost in conversation, their laughter carried away by the gentle evening breeze. The oil lamps, placed strategically along the street, provide a sense of security and guidance, their flickering flames illuminating the way for the ladies as they make their way through the quiet, peaceful streets. The 18th century was a time of grandeur and luxury, where the pursuit of pleasure and enjoyment was a cherished pastime. This image captures the essence of that era, the sense of excitement and anticipation that came with an evening out, and the joy and contentment that came with returning home. The oil lanterns, a common sight on the streets of the time, served as a reminder that even in the darkest of nights, there was always a light to guide the way. This image, from the vast collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, a window into a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of an evening out were cherished and savored.
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