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Framed Print : Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 (engraving)
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Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 (engraving)
7201758 Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665. Illustration from The Great Plague in London in 1665, by Walter George Bell (The Bodley Head, London, 1924).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 24749168
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Ailments Bubonic Plague Contagion Disease Epidemia Epidemic Great Plague Illness Infected Infectious Infirmity London Nw Maladies Malady Pandemic Plague Plague Victim Plagues Sexually Transmitted Disease Sick Sickness Statistic Statistical Analysis Statistics Stds The City Of London Venereal Disease Asclepius Asklepieion Asklepios Deaths Medical Science Mortality Passed Away
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print of the Bill of Mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating engraving, created in the 17th century, offers a haunting glimpse into the past as it depicts the daily mortality rates during the Great Plague of London. The intricate details and the historical significance of this piece make it a stunning addition to any home or office. Bring history to life with this unique and thought-provoking artwork.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665" offers a haunting glimpse into the devastating effects of the Great Plague that ravaged London during the 17th century. Created by an anonymous English artist from that era and now part of a private collection, this print provides historical documentation of one week's worth of deaths caused by the epidemic. The image is taken from Walter George Bell's book "The Great Plague in London in 1665" published in 1924. It serves as a chilling reminder of the horrors endured by Londoners during this dark period. The intricate details within the engraving depict rows upon rows of names and numbers representing lives lost to sickness and disease. As we observe this piece, we are transported back to a time when epidemics were rampant and medical knowledge was limited. The sheer scale depicted here emphasizes the magnitude of human suffering experienced during those fateful days. Beyond its historical significance, this artwork also serves as a stark reminder of our vulnerability to infectious diseases throughout history. It highlights how far medical science has come since then while underscoring the importance of continued advancements in healthcare. Ultimately, this powerful engraving invites us to reflect on our collective resilience as well as our responsibility to prevent future outbreaks through vigilance and scientific progress.
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