Fine Art Print : Caxton and Edward IV
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Caxton and Edward IV
Caxton showing the first specimen of his printing to King Edward IV at the Almonry, Westminster
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Media ID 574776
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1474 Caxton Press Printing Specimen Typesetting Westminster Almonry
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of the Renaissance era with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image of Caxton and King Edward IV by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the pivotal moment as William Caxton, the first engraver and printer to England, presents the king with the first printed book. This beautifully detailed print captures the essence of a significant historical milestone, making it a must-have addition to any art or history enthusiast's collection. Immerse yourself in the past and bring timeless stories to life with this stunning piece of art.
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 53.3cm x 32.6cm (21" x 12.8")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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 evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the annals of history as William Caxton, the pioneering English printer, presents the first specimen of his groundbreaking invention to King Edward IV at the Almonry in Westminster, London, in 1474. The king, dressed in his regal robes and surrounded by his courtiers, peers intently at the intricately typeset pages held aloft by the humbly attired Caxton. The atmosphere is charged with excitement and curiosity as the future of communication is about to be forever changed. A crowd of onlookers, including children and even a dog, gather around to witness this historic occasion. The presence of the king's seal of approval is a significant endorsement for Caxton's new technology, which would go on to revolutionize the way information was disseminated throughout Europe. The Almonry, a charitable institution, provides an appropriate setting for this momentous event. With its grand architecture and rich history, it symbolizes the connection between the past and the future, as well as the intersection of charity, learning, and innovation. The printing press, a bulky and complex machine, is not visible in the photograph, but its impact is palpable. The ability to mass-produce books and broadsheets would lead to an unprecedented spread of knowledge and literacy, shaping the course of history in ways that were unimaginable at the time. This photograph is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the enduring allure of the written word. It invites us to reflect on the profound impact of the printing press on our world and to marvel at the transformative potential of new technologies.
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