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All night in mid-air: The stoppage of the Great Wheel (engraving)
585746 All night in mid-air: The stoppage of the Great Wheel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: All night in mid-air: The stoppage of the Great Wheel; from The Graphic, 30 May 1896; on 21 May 1896, the Great Wheel broke down and 70 passengers were trapped all night); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23495736
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Broke Earls Court Graphic Great Wheel Mid Air Passengers Rescue Stoppage Trapped
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'All night in mid-air: The stoppage of the Great Wheel' by the English School. This 19th-century engraving, part of the Bridgeman Images collection from Fine Art Finder, showcases the mesmerizing moment of stillness amidst the chaos of the Great Wheel's nighttime halt. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. A perfect addition to any art collection, this print is sure to inspire and intrigue.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.3cm x 50.8cm (14.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating print titled "All night in mid-air: The stoppage of the Great Wheel" takes us back to a dramatic incident that occurred on May 21,1896. This engraving by an anonymous English School artist captures the moment when the iconic Great Wheel at Earls Court, London, came to a sudden halt, leaving 70 passengers trapped high above ground. The image showcases the sheer scale and grandeur of this magnificent entertainment structure as it stands motionless against the dark night sky. The intricate details of the engraving bring to life the fear and uncertainty felt by those stranded in mid-air throughout that fateful night. Originally published in The Graphic on May 30,1896, this print serves as a historical reminder of both human resilience and collective efforts during times of crisis. It symbolizes not only a mechanical breakdown but also a testament to human ingenuity as rescue operations were carried out to ensure everyone's safety. This artwork from Bridgeman Images allows us to reflect upon an event that captured public attention over a century ago. It invites us to imagine ourselves among those trapped passengers and ponder their emotions while awaiting rescue. Through this image, we are transported back in time and reminded of our shared experiences across generations – moments where unexpected challenges test our resolve and remind us of our interconnectedness as humans navigating through life's uncertainties.
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