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Poster Print : Penn House, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, c1897. Creator: Unknown
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Penn House, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Penn House, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, c1897. Once celebrated as the city residence of Pennsylvanias founder, William Penn (1644-1718); later disproved by historical research. From " A Tour Through the New World America", by Prof. Geo. R. Cromwell. [C. N. Greig & Co. London, c1897]
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic Penn House in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, circa 1897. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, once celebrated the legendary city residence of Pennsylvania's founder, William Penn. Add an air of historical charm to your home or office decor with this beautifully preserved piece of the past, now proven through historical research to be an intriguing piece of Philadelphia's rich history.
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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 print showcases the Penn House, situated in the picturesque Fairmount Park of Philadelphia around 1897. Once hailed as the esteemed city residence of Pennsylvania's revered founder, William Penn, this historical claim was later debunked by meticulous research. The image is sourced from "A Tour Through the New World America" authored by Professor George R. Cromwell and published by C. N. Greig & Co. in London during the late 19th century. The photograph captures the architectural beauty of this grand building with its prominent chimneys and a charming front door that invites exploration into its rich history. Nestled amidst sprawling grasslands and surrounded by breathtaking scenery, it stands as a testament to an era long gone. As we gaze upon this monochrome depiction, we are transported back to a time when literature painted vivid pictures of American landscapes and landmarks like these held immense cultural significance. This image serves as a window into both our past and our present understanding of historic sites. Let us appreciate this visual treasure for what it represents - not just an architectural marvel but also a reminder that history can be complex and subject to revision through diligent research. The Penn House may no longer bear William Penn's legacy, but it remains an emblematic symbol of Philadelphia's heritage within Fairmount Park – forever etched in time through photographs like these captured by unknown artists who have left their mark on history itself.
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