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Fine Art Print : Chief office of the parcel mail 1849
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Chief office of the parcel mail 1849
Mail coaches busy outside the main office in Catherine Street, in the Strand, London. Date: 1846
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Media ID 23045536
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1840s 1846 Busy Carts Catherine Chief Coach Coaches Convey Drawn Loading Luggage Mail Office Parcel Parcels Sorting Strand Transporting Delivery
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the Mail Coach Office in London, 1846. Witness the hustle and bustle of the mail coaches outside the main office in Catherine Street, The Strand. This stunning print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time with its intricate details and rich history. Perfect for adding a touch of timeless charm to any space, our Fine Art Prints are sure to become cherished additions to your collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 30.8cm (21" x 12.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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This photograph, taken in 1846, offers a glimpse into the bustling activity outside the main office of the parcel mail in Catherine Street, located in the heart of London's Strand. The image, which is not to be confused with a specific mail company, showcases the Chief Office of Parcel Mail during the 1840s, an era marked by the rapid expansion of postal services and the increasing demand for efficient transportation of parcels. The exterior of the building is a hive of activity, with horse-drawn carts and mail coaches lined up, ready to convey the parcels to their respective destinations. The sorting and loading process is underway, with mail carriers diligently working to ensure the timely delivery of each parcel. The scene is a testament to the importance of this mail office in the daily lives of Londoners, as they relied on the swift and reliable transportation of their parcels for both personal and commercial purposes. The photograph captures the essence of the era, with the horse-drawn vehicles, the cobblestone streets, and the imposing facade of the mail office building. The image also highlights the role of transportation in connecting people and communities, as parcels were transported from one end of the city to the other, bridging the gap between friends, family, and businesses. This photograph, which is available as a print from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a fascinating window into the past, offering a unique perspective on the history of mail delivery and transportation in London during the 1840s.
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