Framed Print : Joseph Planta
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Joseph Planta
JOSEPH PLANTA Swiss-born librarian at the British Museum, London, depicted holding a sample of his stock-in-trade. Date: 1744 - 1827
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Media ID 14101778
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1744 1827 Born Depicted Librarian Sample Stock Swiss Planta
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the historic charm of Joseph Planta's world into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Joseph Planta, a Swiss-born librarian at the British Museum in London, holding a sample of his stock-in-trade. With his distinctive glasses and serious expression, Planta embodies the intellectual curiosity and dedication of a man who lived during the Enlightenment era. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and authenticity of this timeless photograph. Elevate your space with a piece of history and add an air of sophistication and intrigue. Order your Framed Print of Joseph Planta today.
Framed and mounted 17x12 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 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). 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 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures Joseph Planta, a Swiss-born librarian at the esteemed British Museum in London, in the midst of his daily duties during the late 18th century. Born in 1744, Planta's passion for knowledge and dedication to the preservation of literature led him to a distinguished career at the British Museum, where he became a valued member of the team that helped expand and catalog the institution's vast collection. In this photograph, Planta is depicted holding a sample of his stock-in-trade - an intricately bound and aged book. The worn leather cover, embossed with gold lettering, is a testament to the countless hours spent handling and caring for countless volumes. The expression on Planta's face reveals a deep sense of pride and satisfaction in his work, as well as a quiet determination to continue his mission of preserving and sharing the world's knowledge. The British Museum, founded in 1753, was one of the first national public museums and a pioneer in the field of archaeology and anthropology. Planta's role as a librarian was essential to the museum's success, as he played a crucial part in maintaining and organizing the vast collection of books, manuscripts, and other printed materials. His dedication and expertise helped ensure that the museum's resources were accessible to scholars, researchers, and the general public, making him an invaluable asset to the institution. This photograph, taken between the years 1744 and 1827, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the pursuit of knowledge was a labor of love and the role of the librarian was one of the most respected and important professions in society.
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