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Framed Print : John Lombeof Derby, 1888
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John Lombeof Derby, 1888
3480208 John Lombeof Derby, 1888; (add.info.: John Lombeof Derby (1693-1722), disguised as a poor out of work young man, secretly making drawings of the machinery in the Leghorn silk mills where he managed to get a job. He returned to England and it is said that the angry Italian silk weavers sent over an agent who poisoned him. 1888.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38472100
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Derby Derbyshire Disguise Disguised Industrial Revolution Leghorn Machine Machinery Machines Penury Poison Poisoned Poisoning Poisonous Poors Power Machinery Precariousness Secret Silk Unemployment Weavers
18"x14" Modern Frame
Transport yourself back to 1888 with this stunning framed print of John Lombeof Derby by Bridgeman Images. The intricate details and historical significance make it a captivating addition to any space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the mysterious and tragic figure of John Lombeof Derby in 1888. Disguised as a poor, out-of-work young man, Lombe secretly made drawings of the machinery in the Leghorn silk mills where he managed to secure a job. His daring act of espionage was not without consequences, as it is said that angry Italian silk weavers sent an agent to poison him upon his return to England.
The image evokes a sense of intrigue and danger, with Lombe's hidden identity adding a layer of complexity to his story. The intricate machinery surrounding him serves as a reminder of the industrial revolution that was sweeping through Europe during this time.
Lombe's tale is one of bravery and betrayal, highlighting the lengths some would go to protect their trade secrets. The photograph captures a moment frozen in time, allowing us to glimpse into the life of this enigmatic historical figure.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the power of art and its ability to immortalize stories that might otherwise be lost to history. John Lombeof Derby may have met a tragic end, but his legacy lives on through this striking portrait captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder.
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