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Workers on the "Silent Highway", 1877. Creator: John Thomson
Workers on the " Silent Highway", 1877. A work made of woodburytype, from the album " street life in london"
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Adolphe Smith Barge Barge Men Bargeman Canal Deck Frame Hardship J Thompson John Thomson London England United Kingdom On Board On Deck Smith Adolphe Social Class Street Life In London And Thomson John Waterman Woodburytype Woodburytype From The Album And Working Class Bargee Watermen
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Immerse yourself in the rich history of the past with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image "Workers on the 'Silent Highway,' 1877" by renowned photographer John Thomson. This captivating puzzle showcases a vintage woodburytype print from Thomson's album "Street Life in London," depicting hardworking men and horses on a quiet London road. Piece together this intriguing puzzle and transport yourself back in time, all while enjoying the satisfying experience of puzzle solving.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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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Workers on the 'Silent Highway', 1877 - A Glimpse into Victorian Industrial Life
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. This photograph, taken by John Thomson in 1877, offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of working-class men navigating the bustling waterways of London. Titled "Workers on the 'Silent Highway'", this image is part of Thomson's renowned album "Street Life in London", which documented various aspects of urban life during the late 19th century. In this particular scene, two barge men are captured onboard their vessel as it glides along a serene canal. The sheer hardship etched onto their faces speaks volumes about the challenging nature of their occupation. These Scottish watermen were an integral part of Britain's industrial landscape, tirelessly transporting goods across the country via its extensive network of canals. Thomson's woodburytype print beautifully captures both the historic significance and social class dynamics prevalent during that era. The composition highlights not only the physical labor involved but also serves as a testament to human resilience amidst harsh working conditions. As we gaze upon this vintage artwork at Chicago's Art Institute, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how these hardworking individuals played an essential role in shaping Victorian society. This photograph stands as a reminder of our shared heritage and pays homage to those who labored tirelessly behind-the-scenes to fuel Britain's industrial revolution.
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