Metal Print : CLIMBING CHIMNEY SWEEP

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CLIMBING CHIMNEY SWEEP

One of the few remaining climbing sweeps. Date: Circa 1862

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Media ID 20157713

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Chimney Climbing Community Remaining Services Sweep

16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print

Bring the nostalgic charm of history into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring this captivating image of a climbing chimney sweep from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated circa 1862, this rare photograph showcases one of the few remaining chimney sweeps in their traditional attire, climbing up a brick chimney. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful wall decor, they're a window into the past. Each print is meticulously printed on a lightweight aluminum sheet using a dye-sublimation process, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the stories of yesteryears.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")

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 evocative photograph captures the daily life of a climbing chimney sweep in the 1860s, an occupation that was both essential and hazardous during the Victorian era. The image, taken circa 1862, depicts a lone figure perched precariously on the edge of a brick chimney, his soot-covered body and brush in hand. The man's intense focus and dexterity are evident as he expertly navigates the narrow and treacherous chimney flue. The climbing chimney sweep was a vital member of the community, providing a necessary service to keep homes warm and clean. These skilled workers climbed up and down chimneys to remove built-up soot and creosote, which could otherwise cause dangerous chimney fires. The harsh conditions of the job took a toll on their health, with respiratory problems and skin irritation being common ailments. Despite the risks, the climbing chimney sweeps formed a close-knit community, with families often passing down the trade from generation to generation. They would travel from house to house, offering their services to homeowners, and would often live in communal sweeps' houses. The sweeps' community was a unique and fascinating aspect of Victorian life, and this photograph provides a rare glimpse into their world. This image is a poignant reminder of the hardships and dedication of the climbing chimney sweeps, who played a crucial role in keeping Victorian homes warm and safe. With the advent of modern chimney cleaning methods, the need for climbing sweeps has largely disappeared, leaving this fascinating aspect of history behind.

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