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Framed Print : Additional Library at the British Museum. The British Museum had 13 miles of shelves and its catalog of books ran to 61 folio volumes. Steel engraving by Radclyffe after an illustration by Llewellyn Jewitt from London Interiors
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Additional Library at the British Museum. The British Museum had 13 miles of shelves and its catalog of books ran to 61 folio volumes. Steel engraving by Radclyffe after an illustration by Llewellyn Jewitt from London Interiors
FLO4669753 Additional Library at the British Museum. The British Museum had 13 miles of shelves and its catalog of books ran to 61 folio volumes. Steel engraving by Radclyffe after an illustration by Llewellyn Jewitt from London Interiors, Their Costumes and Ceremonies, Joshua Mead, London, 1841.; (add.info.: Additional Library at the British Museum. The British Museum had 13 miles of shelves and its catalog of books ran to 61 folio volumes. Steel engraving by Radclyffe after an illustration by Llewellyn Jewitt from London Interiors, Their Costumes and Ceremonies, Joshua Mead, London, 1841.); © Florilegius
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Book Case British Museum Joshua Mead Ladder London Interiors Pomp Steel Engraving Their Costumes And Ceremonies Victorian England Llewellyn Jewitt
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of history into your home with our framed print showcasing the impressive Additional Library at the British Museum. Featuring 13 miles of shelves and a catalog of books spanning 61 folio volumes, this steel engraving captures the grandeur of one of London's most iconic interiors. Perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning steel engraving captures the grandeur and vastness of the Additional Library at the British Museum in Victorian England. The image showcases row upon row of bookshelves, stretching an impressive 13 miles in total. The catalog of books alone ran to a staggering 61 folio volumes, highlighting the immense collection housed within these walls.
The intricate details captured in this illustration by Llewellyn Jewitt and engraved by Radclyffe transport us back to a time when libraries were not just repositories for knowledge, but also architectural marvels that inspired awe and reverence. The presence of a ladder leaning against one of the towering bookcases adds a sense of scale and emphasizes the sheer magnitude of this literary treasure trove.
As we gaze upon this historical depiction from London Interiors, we are reminded of the importance placed on learning and scholarship during this era. The British Museum's Additional Library was not just a place to store books, but a symbol of intellectual pursuit and cultural enrichment.
This print serves as a timeless reminder of the beauty and significance found within library walls, where every book holds within its pages endless possibilities for discovery and enlightenment.
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