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Poster Print : AMERICAN READING, 1856. A young Bostonian reading. Wood engraving, English, 1856
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AMERICAN READING, 1856. A young Bostonian reading. Wood engraving, English, 1856
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Media ID 7554421
1856 Boston News Paper Reader Smoker Spittoon Typeface Young Bostonian
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, titled "American Reading, 1856," showcases a young Bostonian engrossed in a book, captured in a beautiful wood engraving from The Granger Collection. Dated back to 1856, this English masterpiece offers a glimpse into the past, transporting you to the quiet simplicity of a bygone era. Decorate your walls with history and add an elegant touch to your home or office with this timeless work of art.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
In this wood engraving from 1856 titled "American Reading, 1856" we are transported back in time to witness a young Bostonian engrossed in his reading. The intricate details of the print bring to life the atmosphere of an interior setting, where the reader is comfortably seated with a newspaper in hand. The image showcases not only the act of reading but also provides us with glimpses into various aspects of American life during that era. The presence of a spittoon suggests that smoking was prevalent and socially acceptable at the time, while two men conversing nearby hint at a sense of camaraderie and community. The typeface used for the newspaper adds authenticity to this historical depiction, reminding us that even in those days, typography played an essential role in communication and storytelling. This wood engraving beautifully captures both the physical appearance and mindset of a young Bostonian reader from 1856. It serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with literature and how it has shaped society throughout history. "American Reading, 1856" is part of The Granger Collection's extensive archive, which preserves valuable artifacts like this one for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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