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Framed Print : DANISH WEST INDIES, 1773. Detail from a St. Croix newspaper, December 1773, for a cargo of horses
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DANISH WEST INDIES, 1773. Detail from a St. Croix newspaper, December 1773, for a cargo of horses
DANISH WEST INDIES, 1773.
Detail from a St. Croix newspaper, December 1773, for a cargo of horses, bread and smoked salmon just arrived from Quebec, Canada, and put up for sale by Benedict Arnold
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Media ID 12320568
1773 Advertising Arnold Benedict Canada Colonial Colony Commerce Danish December Denmark Good Goods Merchant Newspaper Quebec Sale Trade West Indies St Croix
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite framed print from The Granger Collection, featuring a captivating detail from a St. Croix newspaper dated December 1773. This vintage treasure showcases the arrival of a cargo from Quebec, Canada, including horses, bread, and smoked salmon, advertised for sale by Benedict Arnold in the Danish West Indies. Bring history into your home with this authentic and intriguing piece, expertly framed to preserve and enhance its rich details. A unique addition to any room, this framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.7cm x 40.6cm (10.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Granger Art on Demand collection takes us back to the Danish West Indies in 1773. The image showcases a detailed excerpt from a St. Croix newspaper, dated December of that year, announcing an exciting arrival of goods for sale by none other than Benedict Arnold. Intriguingly, this advertisement reveals a diverse cargo consisting of horses, bread, and smoked salmon freshly imported all the way from Quebec, Canada. It speaks volumes about the bustling colonial commerce between these distant lands during this era. The text itself is beautifully preserved and offers a glimpse into the late 18th-century merchant culture prevalent in this vibrant colony. One cannot help but wonder about the stories behind each item listed and how they were received by eager customers seeking quality goods. While we are reminded not to mention commercial use or any specific company associated with this photograph, it is worth noting that such historical artifacts provide invaluable insights into our past. They serve as tangible links connecting us to those who came before us and shed light on their daily lives and aspirations. As we admire this remarkable piece of history captured by The Granger Collection's lens, let us appreciate its significance in preserving our collective heritage while inspiring curiosity about the rich tapestry of trade and cultural exchange that shaped nations like Denmark and America during this transformative period.
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