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Poster Print : Opening of the Hungerford Suspension Bridge, from The Illustrated London News
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Opening of the Hungerford Suspension Bridge, from The Illustrated London News
XJF324355 Opening of the Hungerford Suspension Bridge, from The Illustrated London News, 3rd May 1845 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opened on 1st May 1845, demolished 1863; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12851315
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Civil Engineering Isambard Kingdom Brunel
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating piece, "Opening of the Hungerford Suspension Bridge, from The Illustrated London News" by English School, originally published on May 3, 1845, offers a glimpse into the past. With intricate details and stunning clarity, this engraving from Bridgeman Art Library's Fine Art Finder collection transports you back in time to witness the grand opening of this engineering marvel. Adorn your walls with this captivating work of art and let the story unfold.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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This engraving captures a momentous event in London's history - the grand opening of the Hungerford Suspension Bridge. The image, taken from The Illustrated London News on May 3rd, 1845, transports us back to a time when Victorian engineering marvels were celebrated with great pomp and ceremony. The Hungerford Suspension Bridge, designed by the legendary Isambard Kingdom Brunel, stands tall over the majestic River Thames. Its elegant structure is beautifully depicted in this print, showcasing its intricate details and impressive scale. As we gaze upon it, we can almost feel the excitement that must have filled the air on that historic day. The scene is alive with activity as crowds gather to witness this remarkable feat of civil engineering. Dressed in their finest Victorian attire, men and women eagerly await the official inauguration. Banners flutter in the wind while musicians play joyful tunes to mark this momentous occasion. Although now consigned to history books and memories, this engraving serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress during an era defined by technological advancements. It reminds us of our capacity for innovation and our desire to connect communities through magnificent structures like suspension footbridges. As we admire this artwork from Fine Art Finder's private collection today, let us reflect on how far we have come since those early days of bridge-building prowess. And may it inspire future generations to continue pushing boundaries in pursuit of architectural excellence.
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