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Poster Print : House Painter Wearing a Cap and Holding a Paint Brush, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
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House Painter Wearing a Cap and Holding a Paint Brush, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
House Painter Wearing a Cap and Holding a Paint Brush, 1850s
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Media ID 20170456
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Daguerreotype With Applied Color Decorator Ferrotype Frame Overalls Paintbrush Tintype Working Man Workman Workmen Head Dress
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This intriguing image features an unknown artist's depiction of a house painter from the 1850s, skillfully capturing the essence of a bygone era. The painter, dressed in period attire and wearing a quintessential cap, is intently focused as he holds a paintbrush at the ready. Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this authentic and enchanting piece from Heritage Images.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the 1850s showcases a house painter in America, his face obscured by a cap and focused on holding a paintbrush. The unknown creator of this image captured an intimate moment in time, highlighting the hardworking nature of individuals during the 19th century. The daguerreotype with applied color adds depth to this historical piece, bringing life to the man's clothing - overalls that bear witness to his laborious occupation. Standing confidently inside a room, he epitomizes the Victorian era workman with his headgear and dress. Preserved within the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this photograph offers us a glimpse into American heritage art. It serves as a reminder of how photography has allowed us to immortalize professions like painting and decorating throughout history. As we observe this anonymous figure diligently at work, we can't help but wonder about his story: What led him to choose this profession? How did he navigate life in 19th-century America? This tintype print invites us to reflect on these questions while appreciating both its artistic value and historical significance. Letting our imagination wander through time, we are reminded of countless unsung heroes who have shaped our country's past. Their dedication is forever encapsulated within photographs like these – silent witnesses that continue to inspire generations today.
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