Framed Print : Willett Sundial Memorial
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Willett Sundial Memorial
WILLIAM WILLETT Willet, Petts Wood, Chislehurst, Kent, England. His campaign for daylight saving led to the Summer Time Act of 1925. Date: 1856 - 1915
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1856 Campaign Chislehurst Daylight Memorials Monuments Petts Saving Sundial Willet Willett 1925
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of historical significance into your home with our Framed Prints featuring the Willett Sundial Memorial by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases the Sundial Memorial dedicated to William Willett, the brilliant Englishman who pioneered the concept of Daylight Saving Time. Dated back to 1856-1915, this evocative print is a testament to Willett's groundbreaking innovation that continues to influence our daily lives. With its rich details and stunning visual appeal, this framed print is an excellent addition to any room in your home or office, making for a thought-provoking conversation starter. Order now and relish the beauty and history that comes with it.
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 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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 evocative photograph captures the Willett Sundial Memorial, located in Petts Wood, Chislehurst, Kent, England. The memorial honors the life and legacy of William Willett (1856-1915), a local man whose campaign for daylight saving time led to the Summer Time Act of 1925. Willett, a builder by trade, became frustrated with the long summer evenings and the wasted daylight hours. In the early 1900s, he began advocating for the practice of setting clocks forward during the warmer months to make better use of natural light. Although his idea was initially met with skepticism, Willett's persistence paid off when the Summer Time Act was passed in 1916, just one year after his death. This photograph, taken in the 1930s, shows the simple yet poignant memorial that stands as a testament to Willett's groundbreaking contribution to modern life. The sundial, with its gnomon casting a long shadow, symbolizes the passage of time and the enduring impact of Willett's campaign. The memorial, surrounded by lush greenery, is a reminder of the beauty and simplicity of nature, as well as the power of one man's vision to bring about change. The history of the Willett Sundial Memorial is an intriguing tale of innovation, perseverance, and the enduring connection between humans and the natural world. This photograph invites us to reflect on the past and the legacy of a man whose ideas continue to shape our daily lives.
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