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Turnpike. Couple wanting to go through a turnpike into the city
Couple wanting to go through a turnpike into the city, but being told they have to pay the toll. Date: 1663
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Media ID 23032918
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1663 Roads Toll Tolls Turnpike Turnpikes
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated 1663, this evocative scene depicts a determined couple approaching a turnpike gate, only to be met with the stern demand for payment. The intricate details of the era come alive in stunning clarity on our high-quality metal prints, making this a unique and captivating addition to any home or office space. Bring history into your everyday life with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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
Step back in time to the 17th century as we explore this evocative image of a couple making their way towards the city gates, only to be met with the unexpected barrier of a turnpike toll. Dated 1663, this print captures the essence of travel during this era in Britain, when the construction of turnpikes revolutionized the way people moved from one place to another. Turnpikes were private roads that required travelers to pay a toll fee in order to pass. These fees were used to maintain and improve the roads, making them safer and more accessible for all. However, for those on a tight budget or long journeys, the tolls could be a significant expense. In this print, we see a man and a woman, dressed in the fashion of the time, standing before the turnpike gate, looking dismayed at the prospect of having to pay yet another toll. The gatekeeper, a stern-faced man in a red coat, stands firm, indicating that there is no alternative but to pay up. The couple's horse and cart are laden with goods, suggesting that they are on a business trip or perhaps making their way to market. Despite the inconvenience, the couple reluctantly reach into their pockets and pay the toll, no doubt adding to their travel expenses. This scene is a reminder of the challenges and expenses that came with travel during the 17th century, and the importance of well-maintained roads for facilitating movement and commerce. This fascinating print, with its intricate details and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the past and the daily life of travelers during this period in Britain.
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