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Framed Print : LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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Media ID 7545061
1867 British Raj Cart Container Dock East East India Company Import India Ship Shipping Thames River Unloading East Indiaman
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating wood engraving "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867" by The Granger Collection. This vintage masterpiece, originally published in 1867, transports you to the bustling East India Docks of London during the height of the British tea trade. Witness the intricate details of the unloading process as tea ships are meticulously offloaded, their precious cargo ready to be distributed throughout the city and beyond. A stunning addition to any home or office, this framed print is a testament to the rich history of global trade and the enduring allure of London's waterfront. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867" takes us back in time to witness a bustling scene at the East India Docks. The wood engraving, created by an English artist in 1867, beautifully captures the essence of this significant moment in history. In the heart of London's docklands, we see workers diligently unloading tea-ships from the renowned East India Company. Each worker plays a crucial role in carefully transferring crates filled with precious cargo onto waiting carts. The sheer magnitude of activity is awe-inspiring as men navigate through stacks of wooden containers amidst a backdrop of towering ships on the Thames River. The image transports us to an era when Britain was at its zenith as a global trading power. It symbolizes not only the importation of tea but also represents the vast network connecting British Raj with its colonies in Asia. This snapshot encapsulates both labor and commerce intertwined within one frame. As we observe this historic scene, it becomes apparent that this image holds immense cultural significance beyond just commercial use. It offers insight into daily life during colonial times, highlighting how trade shaped relationships between nations and influenced economies worldwide. The Granger Collection has masterfully preserved this remarkable piece of art for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon our shared human history.
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