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Fine Art Print : Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet (b / w photo)
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Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet (b / w photo)
3091513 Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet (b/w photo) by Stone, J. Benjamin (1838-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swan upping on the Thames, the Meet. Photograph from Sir Benjamin Stones Pictures (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23114454
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Boating Customs Meet Punting Punts Swan Upping
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and charm of England's past with our exquisite Swan Upping on the Thames print from Bridgeman Images. This stunning black and white photograph, titled "The Meet," captures the traditional Swan Upping ceremony in progress on the iconic River Thames. Taken by renowned photographer J. Benjamin Stone in the late 19th century, this fine art print is a timeless treasure that brings history to life. Add an air of elegance and sophistication to your home or office space with this captivating piece from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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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This photograph captures the timeless tradition of Swan upping on the Thames. The Meet, as it is known, showcases a scene filled with punts gliding gracefully along the river, while people in traditional attire engage in this age-old custom. The image transports us back to a bygone era when customs and traditions held great significance. The swans take center stage, their elegant forms floating majestically on the water. Each boat carries individuals who are partaking in this unique event, their faces filled with anticipation and excitement. The photographer, J. Benjamin Stone (1838-1914), has masterfully captured not only the physical beauty of the scene but also its cultural importance. This print from Sir Benjamin Stone's Pictures provides us with a glimpse into an England that once was - where rituals like Swan upping were cherished and celebrated. As we delve deeper into this photograph, we can't help but appreciate how it encapsulates both English heritage and European culture. It serves as a reminder of our shared history across borders - bridging gaps between nations such as Germany and England through common traditions. In this moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the power of photography to transport us to different eras and evoke emotions long forgotten. This print is not just an image; it is a window into another world - one where swans reign supreme on the Thames amidst boating enthusiasts and proud custodians of tradition.
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