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Framed Print : William Caxton, the first English printer
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William Caxton, the first English printer
William Caxton examining his first proof sheet in Westminster Abbey, England, 1475.
Printed reproduction of a color lithograph illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5879266
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1400s 15th Century Book Britain British Cathedral Church Document England English Europe European Great Britain Medieval Middle Ages Moveable Type Printer Printing Printing Press 1475 Caxton Print Shop Westminster Abbey William Caxton
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring a piece of history into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece features William Caxton, the first English printer, examining his first proof sheet in the hallowed halls of Westminster Abbey in 1475. Meticulously reproduced from a color lithograph illustration by North Wind Picture Archives, this framed print transports you back in time to the dawn of the printing press era. Add this captivating addition to your wall art collection and ignite conversation with its rich historical significance.
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 in time to the year 1475, inside the hallowed walls of Westminster Abbey, England. The image depicts none other than William Caxton, widely regarded as the first English printer, engrossed in examining his very first proof sheet. In this beautifully reproduced color lithograph illustration, we are transported to a bygone era filled with heritage and tradition. The vintage aesthetic adds an air of authenticity to this historic scene from medieval Great Britain. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot from history, we can almost feel the weight of importance that surrounded Caxton's groundbreaking work. With his printing press and moveable type, he revolutionized book production and dissemination during a time when handwritten manuscripts were the norm. The grandeur of Westminster Abbey serves as a fitting backdrop for such an influential figure in British history. This sacred space has witnessed countless significant events over centuries past and continues to be a symbol of national pride. Let us cherish this glimpse into our rich cultural legacy – a testament to human ingenuity and progress. As we contemplate William Caxton's pivotal role in shaping English literature and communication as we know it today, may it inspire us to appreciate both the power of words on paper and the enduring spirit of innovation that drives us forward through time.
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