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LONDON / WESTMINSTER / C1700
City barges make their way down the Thames to pay their respects at Westminster Cathedral. Date: Circa 1700
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Media ID 20144381
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1700 Barges C1700 Respects Westminster
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of London's historic waterfront from the early 1700s. Witness the serene scene of city barges making their way down the Thames, as they pay their respects at the majestic Westminster Cathedral. This stunning, museum-quality print transports you back in time, offering a unique and enchanting perspective of London's rich history. Add an air of sophistication and timeless charm to your home or office with this beautiful, authentic work 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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.
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This evocative image captures a solemn procession of city barges making their way down the River Thames towards Westminster Cathedral in London, circa 1700. The majestic Thames, a vital artery of commerce and transportation in 17th century England, is here transformed into a river of mourning as these boats carry the faithful to pay their respects at the hallowed grounds of Westminster Cathedral. The cathedral, a symbol of religious and political power, looms in the background, its Gothic architecture a testament to the enduring influence of the Church in Tudor England. The cathedral's towering spires and intricately carved facades reflect in the calm waters of the Thames, creating a scene of almost ethereal beauty. The city barges, with their distinctive high, flat-bottomed hulls, are laden with the finest goods and materials of the day. Their elegant sails are furled, and their oars are raised in respectful silence as they glide past the cathedral. The passengers, clad in the finest clothing of the era, stand at the railings, their faces etched with somber reflection. This poignant scene offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the Thames was not just a bustling hub of commerce but also a sacred pilgrimage route for the faithful. It serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted connection between the people of London and their faith, a connection that endures to this day.
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