Framed Print : Hazardous Street
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Hazardous Street
One man crosses a busy street while a couple are caught between a horse cab & a loaded wagon in the days before pedestrian crossings. An accident waiting to happen
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Media ID 588843
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10170771
Accident Accidents Bales Busy Caught Cloth Cotton Crosses Crossings Days Happen Hazardous Loaded Pedestrian Wagon Waiting
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Hazardous Street" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the bustling streets of a bygone era. Witness the nerve-wracking moment as one man bravely crosses the chaotic thoroughfare, narrowly avoiding a collision between a horse-drawn cab and a heavily loaded wagon. A couple, caught in the midst of the traffic, seem to be frozen in fear, as the potential for disaster looms large. This thrilling snapshot of history adds an intriguing touch to any home or office, serving as a reminder of the daring spirit and raw energy of urban life before pedestrian crossings. Elevate your space with this captivating piece of historical artistry.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures the chaos and danger of a bustling street in the 1880s. In the midst of horse-drawn cabs and loaded wagons, one brave man dares to cross the hazardous road while a couple is caught between two massive vehicles. The lack of pedestrian crossings makes this scene even more perilous, with an accident waiting to happen at any moment.
The historical significance of this image is palpable, transporting us back to a time when city streets were chaotic and unpredictable. The couple's expressions convey their fear and uncertainty as they navigate through the crowded thoroughfare, surrounded by bales of cotton and other goods being transported by horse-drawn wagons.
Mary Evans Prints Online has captured a moment frozen in time, reminding us of the dangers faced by pedestrians in days gone by. This print serves as a stark reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation safety and infrastructure. It also highlights the resilience and courage required to navigate such hazardous conditions on a daily basis.
Overall, this image is not just a snapshot from history but also a powerful commentary on urban life and the risks inherent in navigating busy city streets without proper pedestrian protections.
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