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West India Docks, London
West India Docks, London. Date: 1815
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1815 Buoy Buoys Dock Docks Export Moored Mooring Shipping Trading Warehouses
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introduce a touch of historical charm to your space with our exquisite West India Docks, London poster print. This stunning image, dating back to 1815, captures the bustling activity at the West India Docks in London, a vital hub for international trade during the Victorian era. Printed from an original rights-managed photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online, this poster is a must-have for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking to add an elegant, timeless touch to their decor. Immerse yourself in the rich history of London's maritime past with this captivating piece.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
West India Docks, London (1815): A Glimpse into the Early 19th Century Maritime Trade Hub This evocative image captures the bustling West India Docks in London during the early 19th century, a time when the city was at the heart of global maritime trade. The West India Docks, established in 1802, were a significant expansion of London's port facilities, allowing larger ships to dock closer to the city center and facilitating the import and export of goods from the West Indies and other far-flung regions. The photograph, taken in 1815, shows a panoramic view of the docks, with a multitude of ships moored along the quayside. The warehouses lining the docks are filled with goods, ready to be transported to various destinations across the city and beyond. Buoys and anchors are visible in the river Thames, indicating the constant movement of vessels in and out of the docks. The scene is a testament to the importance of London as a global trading hub during this period. The West India Docks were instrumental in the import and export of a wide range of commodities, including sugar, rum, coffee, and cotton, which fueled the industrial revolution and shaped the economic landscape of Europe and the Americas. The image also offers a glimpse into the daily life of the dockworkers and sailors who labored at the docks, as well as the merchants and traders who profited from the lucrative maritime trade. The West India Docks were a hive of activity, with a diverse population of people from all corners of the world coming together to buy, sell, and trade goods. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when London was at the forefront of global maritime trade, and a reminder of the crucial role that the city and its docks played in shaping the world we live in today.
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