Framed Print : Landing the Powder
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Landing the Powder
GUY FAWKES Fawkes and Catesby unload the barrels of gunpowder under cover of night
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Media ID 618249
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1605 Barrels Catesby Fawkes Gun Powder Landing Plot Powder Unload
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Landing the Powder" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the intrigue of the Gunpowder Plot as Catesby and Fawkes covertly transport barrels of gunpowder under the cover of darkness. This beautifully framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, adding depth and character to any room. With exceptional attention to detail and high-quality printing, this framed print is sure to become a cherished addition to your home or office. Experience the thrill of history in a whole new way with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints.
20x16 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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the pivotal moment of the Gunpowder Plot, an infamous event in English history that took place on the night of October 4, 1605. The photograph depicts two key figures, Robert Catesby and Guy Fawkes, as they covertly unload barrels of gunpowder from a cart under the cover of darkness. The scene is set in Britain, and the historical significance of this moment cannot be overstated. The Gunpowder Plot was a failed assassination attempt against King James I and his government, orchestrated by a group of Catholic conspirators, led by Robert Catesby. The plan was to blow up the House of Lords during the State Opening of Parliament on November 5, 1605. Guy Fawkes, a former soldier, was tasked with guarding the explosives in the cellar beneath the House of Lords. However, the plot was discovered when authorities found Fawkes and the barrels of gunpowder. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to that fateful night in 1605. The image captures the intrigue and danger of the moment as Catesby and Fawkes work quickly to move the barrels, their faces obscured by the darkness and their intentions shrouded in secrecy. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the potential consequences of political unrest and religious tensions. The Gunpowder Plot is commemorated annually in the UK with the celebration of Bonfire Night on November 5, a tradition that began soon after the discovery of the plot. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into this significant moment in history and the events that led to this enduring tradition.
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