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The Electric Shock (engraving)
585487 The Electric Shock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Penny Pastimes - the electric shock. Published in the Leisure Hour on 6 July 1867.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22374246
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Electric Shock Electricity Street Entertainers Street Entertainment
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrilling allure of the past with our exquisite offering from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating engraving, titled "The Electric Shock," showcases the intrigue and mystery of electricity in the 19th century. Originally from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder, this rare piece is a mesmerizing addition to any art collection or decorative space. The Electric Shock, an image from Penny Pastimes, invites you to explore the wonders of science and history through its intricate lines and masterful detail. Embrace the charm of the past with this stunning Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.6cm x 40.6cm (19.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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is a captivating engraving from the 19th century that takes us back in time to witness a unique form of street entertainment. This intriguing image, part of a private collection, showcases the ingenuity and curiosity surrounding electricity during this era. The scene depicts a bustling street filled with crowds eagerly gathering around two street entertainers. With their eyes fixed on the spectacle before them, people are captivated by the promise of an electric shock experience like no other. The atmosphere crackles with anticipation as these daring performers harness the power of electricity to astound and amaze. Published in Penny Pastimes on July 6,1867, this print offers us a glimpse into how society was both fascinated and apprehensive about emerging technologies. It serves as a reminder of our insatiable thirst for novelty and excitement. The artist skillfully captures the expressions on spectators' faces – some wide-eyed with wonder while others display cautious skepticism. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the composition, emphasizing both the electrifying spectacle unfolding before us and its impact on those witnessing it firsthand. "The Electric Shock" transports us back to an era where innovation met entertainment head-on. It invites contemplation about how far we have come since then while also reminding us that human fascination with new experiences remains timeless.
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