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Australian Postman
An Australian postman catches up with the news and enjoys a refreshing drink when he calls on a farmer in the bush. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 20144389
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of an Australian postman from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated circa 1900, this charming photograph transports you to a bygone era as the postman takes a moment to catch up on the news and enjoy a refreshing drink during a rural delivery. Add character and depth to your home or office decor with this beautiful, high-quality print, a timeless piece that tells a story and inspires conversation.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Australia during the early 1900s, as an Australian postman takes a moment to catch up on the news and enjoy a refreshing drink during his delivery round in the outback. Dressed in his iconic red uniform and hat, the postman is seen leaning against a fence, engrossed in a newspaper, while a mug of steaming hot tea sits on the ground beside him. In the background, the Australian flag flies proudly from a pole, and a farmstead comes into view, with livestock grazing in the distance. The postman's role in rural communities was essential for communication and connection, as he often served as the only link to the outside world for many isolated farmers and their families. With a heavy bag of mail slung over his shoulder, he would travel long distances on foot or horseback, delivering letters, parcels, and news from far and wide. Despite the harsh conditions and long hours, the postman's daily routine was an important part of the rural rhythm, and this moment of respite amidst the rugged beauty of the bush is a poignant reminder of the human connection that underpinned the Australian postal service in its early days.
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