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Framed Print : Drainage of Whittlesea Mere, Appolds Pump (engraving)
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Drainage of Whittlesea Mere, Appolds Pump (engraving)
1102431 Drainage of Whittlesea Mere, Appolds Pump (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drainage of Whittlesea Mere, Appolds Pump. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 November 1851.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23047106
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the historical charm of the 19th century into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Print featuring the engraving, "Drainage of Whittlesea Mere, Appolds Pump" by the English School. This exquisite piece, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, showcases the intricate details of the Appolds Pump at work, draining Whittlesea Mere. Each print is carefully framed to preserve its beauty and add an elegant touch to any room. Step back in time and add a piece of history to your decor.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a pivotal moment in history - the drainage of Whittlesea Mere. The image showcases Appolds Pump, an engineering marvel that played a crucial role in this ambitious project. As we delve into the details of this engraving, we are transported to Cambridgeshire, where nature's beauty meets human ingenuity. The vast expanse of Whittlesea Mere dominates the foreground, its calm waters reflecting the surrounding landscape. Yet amidst this tranquility lies a sense of anticipation and transformation. Appolds Pump stands tall and proud on the horizon, its intricate design hinting at its significance in reshaping this natural wonder. This remarkable feat of engineering was instrumental in draining Whittlesea Mere, forever altering its landscape and paving the way for agricultural development. The artist skillfully captures both the grandeur of nature and man's triumph over it. The play between light and shadow adds depth to every stroke, emphasizing both the magnitude of Whittlesea Mere and Appolds Pump's imposing presence. This print serves as a window into history - a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of progress. It reminds us that even our most cherished landscapes can be transformed by human intervention but also highlights our ability to adapt and shape our environment according to our needs. Intriguingly nostalgic yet undeniably powerful, this engraving invites us to contemplate not only how far we have come but also what may lie ahead as
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