Fine Art Print : Oyster Boats at Billingsgate Market, London, 1877
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Oyster Boats at Billingsgate Market, London, 1877
Engraving showing oyster boats (on right, with masts) and lighters, in the River Thames, outside Billingsgate Fish Market, London, 1877. Date: 26 May 1877
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1877 Billingsgate Lighters Masts Oyster
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting 1877 engraving of Oyster Boats at Billingsgate Market, London. Witness the hustle and bustle of the iconic Billingsgate Fish Market as oyster boats and lighters dot the River Thames. This stunning, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to a bygone era, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. Bring history to life with this beautiful and intricately detailed piece of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 enchanting engraving, dated May 26, 1877, captures the bustling scene outside Billingsgate Fish Market in London during the Victorian era. The image showcases an array of oyster boats, their masts standing proudly against the horizon, anchored along the River Thames. The boats are attended by lighters, smaller vessels used to transfer goods between larger ships and the shore. The market, a significant hub for fish and seafood imports, is located on the north side of the Thames in London's East End. The market's popularity is evident in the numerous boats docked along the river, all eager to unload their fresh catches for the eager crowds awaiting their daily supplies. The engraving offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the importance of the Thames as a vital transportation route for goods, particularly fish and seafood, into the heart of London. The oysters, a staple food for the city's residents, were sourced from both local waters and imported from Europe, as evidenced by the boats in the image. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textured water to the intricately rendered rigging on the boats, transport us back in time, allowing us to experience the sights and sounds of Billingsgate Market in the late 19th century.
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