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18th Century Shop
A customer at a shop stall, circa 1770. Engraving by Daniel Chodowiecki. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11801998
© 2010 Getty Images
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating 18th Century shop scene by Daniel Chodowiecki from the Hulton Archive. This Fine Art Storehouse image, circa 1770, transports you to an era of horse-drawn carriages and bustling marketplaces. The high-quality metal print brings the intricate details of the engraving to life, creating a stunning piece of art that adds character and history to any space. Elevate your home decor with this unique and timeless addition.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 takes us back in time to the bustling streets of an 18th-century shop. The scene, captured by the talented engraver Daniel Chodowiecki, showcases a customer engrossed in a transaction at a quaint shop stall around 1770. The image transports us to an era where retail was far from the modern experience we know today. The intricate details reveal a world filled with charm and simplicity. A shopkeeper stands behind the counter, attentively weighing goods on scales while engaging with his customer. Two women are present in this intimate setting, perhaps representing the limited roles women had in society during that period. The composition is beautifully framed within its original context, allowing viewers to appreciate every delicate line etched by Chodowiecki's skilled hand. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image, emphasizing both the meticulous craftsmanship of the engraving and capturing an authentic atmosphere of this historical moment. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Hulton Archive's collection, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed over centuries but also how some aspects remain timeless – like human interaction through commerce. This photograph offers not only aesthetic pleasure but also invites contemplation about our own relationship with shopping and trade throughout history.
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