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Canvas Print : A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate, from The English Spy, pub
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A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate, from The English Spy, pub
3090244 A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23422522
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Billingsgate Market Fish Market Fishermen Fisherwoman Fishmonger Fishwife Gentlemen Markets Quayside
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant world of 19th-century England into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate," is an engraving from The English Spy, published by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. Created by the renowned artist Cruikshank in 1824, this hand-colored print offers a glimpse into the lively and colorful culture of the time. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the rich history and intrigue of the past come alive in your living space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate - A Glimpse into the Bustling World of 19th Century London
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. This print takes us back in time to the vibrant streets of 1824 London. Entitled "A Frolic in High Life, or a Visit to Billingsgate" it captures a lively scene at the famous fish market known as Billingsgate. In this hand-coloured engraving by Isaac Robert Cruikshank, we are immersed in a bustling crowd consisting of men and women from all walks of life. The air is filled with excitement as fishermen skillfully fillet fish while society gentlemen and ladies observe with curiosity. The image showcases not only the daily activities at the market but also offers an intriguing glimpse into social interactions during that era. Fishwives expertly negotiate prices with potential customers, creating a dynamic atmosphere where commerce meets entertainment. The quayside setting adds authenticity to this snapshot of history. As we explore further, our eyes are drawn towards various animal species - perhaps indicating their role as both commodities and sources of amusement for onlookers. Through this enchanting engraving, we witness how art can transport us across centuries and allow us to experience moments long gone. It serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage embedded within street scenes and markets – places that have always been vital hubs connecting people from diverse backgrounds. This remarkable piece from The English Spy collection invites us to reflect on our own place within history's
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