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The Houses of Parliament, London, 1906. Creator: Unknown
The Houses of Parliament, London, 1906. View across the River Thames, with barges in the foreground. St Stephens Tower, containing Big Ben, is covered in scaffolding. Postcard
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Media ID 19175267
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Album Barge Barges Big Ben Clock Tower Elizabeth Tower Gothic Revival Houses Of Parliament Houses Of Westminster London England United Kingdom Neo Gothic Palace Of Westminster Scaffold Scaffolding Thames Victoria Tower Victorian Gothic Westminster London England City Of Westminster Hand Tinted Postal Service
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our vintage greeting card from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of The Houses of Parliament in London, captured in 1906. This postcard, from the Heritage Images archive, showcases a unique view of the historic building, with the River Thames and barges in the foreground, and St. Stephen's Tower, home to Big Ben, covered in scaffolding. Add a touch of history to your correspondence with this beautiful, unknown creation.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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The Houses of Parliament, London, 1906: A Captivating Glimpse into Victorian Gothic Majesty". This mesmerizing print captures the grandeur and architectural splendor of The Houses of Parliament in London during the year 1906. With its neo-Gothic design, this iconic landmark stands tall and proud on the banks of the majestic River Thames. In the foreground, a fleet of barges gracefully sail along the river's shimmering waters, adding a touch of serenity to this bustling cityscape. The focal point is undoubtedly St Stephens Tower, affectionately known as Big Ben. However, in this particular snapshot from history, it is partially concealed by scaffolding as restoration work takes place. This temporary veil only adds intrigue to an already enchanting scene. Hand-tinted with delicate strokes of color, this postcard-turned-artwork showcases not just a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to Britain's rich heritage and political significance. As one gazes upon this image today, they are transported back to an era when communication relied heavily on postal services and boats were vital for transportation along these historic waterways. A true tourist attraction then and now; The Houses of Parliament continues to captivate visitors from around the world with its timeless beauty and historical importance. Although we may never know who precisely captured this breathtaking view over a century ago – their legacy lives on through this remarkable photograph that has been preserved by The Print Collector at Heritage Images.
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