Canvas Print : Excise Office
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Excise Office
The Excise Office in Broad Street. Date: 1830
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14114544
© Mary Evans Picture Library
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases an intriguing image of "The Excise Office" in Broad Street, dated 1830, from Mary Evans Prints Online. Rights Managed. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials and high-definition printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Add a touch of timeless charm to your decor with this captivating piece of history, sure to become a conversation starter in your space. Order yours today and relive the past in brilliant detail.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 evocative image transport us back in time to the bustling streets of 19th century London, specifically to Broad Street where the Excise Office once stood. Established in 1660, the Excise Office was a key institution in the British tax system, responsible for the collection of taxes on alcohol, tobacco, and other luxury goods. The year is 1830, and the scene before us reveals a hive of activity as excisemen meticulously inspect and record the goods being transported into the office. The photograph captures the grandeur of the neoclassical building, its imposing columns and intricate architectural details a testament to the wealth and power of the British Empire. The horse-drawn carriages and wagons lining the cobblestone streets add to the sense of industry and commerce that defined this period in London's history. Despite the hustle and bustle, the photograph also conveys a sense of order and regulation. The excisemen, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, move with purpose and efficiency, ensuring that every shipment is accounted for and taxed accordingly. The large, ornate scales in the foreground serve as a reminder of the importance of measurement and accuracy in the excise system. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the daily life of London during the 1830s and shedding light on the intricacies of the British tax system during this period. It is a reminder of the rich history that surrounds us, and the importance of preserving and celebrating our past for future generations.
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