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A Crowded Crossing on a London Street, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil
KW330040 A Crowded Crossing on a London Street, from London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil, by Rev. Richard Lovett, published 1890 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12852037
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Bobby Congestion Dickensian Pedestrians Peeler Police Policeman Traffic Traffic Control
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
This print transports us back to the bustling streets of Victorian London. Taken from "London Pictures: Drawn with Pen and Pencil" by Rev. Richard Lovett, published in 1890, this image captures a crowded crossing on a London street. The scene is teeming with activity as pedestrians navigate their way through the chaotic traffic. In this snapshot of urban life, we see a mix of horse-drawn carriages, carts, and even a donkey pulling its load amidst the sea of people. Children dart between legs while adults attempt to maintain order in the midst of congestion. A diligent policeman stands tall at his post, known affectionately as bobby or peeler during that era. The atmosphere depicted here evokes images straight out of Charles Dickens' novels – an embodiment of the quintessential Victorian cityscape. The lithograph style adds depth to every intricate detail captured within this historical moment. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, it serves as a reminder not only of how far our cities have evolved but also how timeless some aspects remain. Traffic control may have changed drastically since then, but the challenges faced by both pedestrians and authorities are still prevalent today. This print offers us an intriguing glimpse into London's past – a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of history and humanity that continue to shape our present-day metropolises.
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