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Framed Print : The Great Bell being manoevred into St. Pauls Cathedral, 18
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The Great Bell being manoevred into St. Pauls Cathedral, 18
Engraving showing the wooden slipway used to manoevre a new Great Bell (on left) into St. Pauls Cathedral (on right), London, in 1882
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Media ID 4396193
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection, featuring the captivating engraving "The Great Bell being maneuvered into St. Paul's Cathedral" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This mesmerizing piece of history transports you back in time to 1882, when the new Great Bell was carefully and skillfully maneuvered into the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral in London. The intricate details of the wooden slipway and the cathedral's magnificent architecture are beautifully preserved in this exquisite print. Add this timeless masterpiece to your home or office décor and let the story of history unfold before your eyes.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 engraving captures an historic moment in the construction of St. Paul's Cathedral in London, as the new Great Bell is maneuvered into place in December 1882. The image on the left shows the impressive new bell, which had been imported from the Whitechapel Bell Foundry, being carefully positioned on a wooden slipway. The cathedral, depicted on the right, stands proudly in the background, its iconic dome reaching towards the heavens. The maneuvering of the Great Bell was a significant event in the cathedral's history. The old bell, which had cracked during testing in 1858, had been in use since 1700 and was no longer fit for purpose. The new bell, weighing in at 16 tons, was a crucial addition to the cathedral's bells, which were used to call the faithful to prayer and to mark important events in the city. The wooden slipway, constructed specifically for this purpose, allowed the bell to be maneuvered into the cathedral without causing damage to the delicate stonework. The engraving shows a team of workers carefully guiding the bell into position, using ropes and pulleys to control its movement. The intricate details of the scene, from the individual workers to the intricate patterns on the cathedral's exterior, are beautifully rendered in this historical image. The successful installation of the new Great Bell marked the completion of a major phase in the restoration of St. Paul's Cathedral, which had been undergoing extensive renovations following damage sustained during a bombing raid in 1831. This engraving is a testament to the skill and dedication of the craftsmen and workers involved in the project, and serves as a reminder of the rich history and enduring significance of St. Paul's Cathedral in London.
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