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Photographic Print : Designs for the Electric Lamp on the Thames Embankment 1870
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Designs for the Electric Lamp on the Thames Embankment 1870
Proposed design by Timothy Butler of children climbing and an overflowing cornucopia. Published in ?The Illustrated London News? for the cast-iron decorative street lamp that would align the River Thames on the Embankment, London. Date: 1870
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Media ID 32218974
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Butler Cast Electric Embankment Iron Lamp Lamps Lighting Lights Metropolitan Posts Timothy Vulliamy
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the historic charm of Victorian London into your home with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring "Designs for the Electric Lamp on the Thames Embankment 1870" by MEI - Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, proposed by Timothy Butler and published in The Illustrated London News, depicts children playfully interacting with an overflowing cornucopia and the innovative design for an electric lamp. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the original's intricate details and vibrant colors, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Immerse yourself in the rich history of design and engineering with this beautiful and timeless piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.6cm x 27.9cm (5.7" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
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 stunning print captures a proposed design for an electric lamp on the Thames Embankment in 1870. The intricate details of the cast-iron street lamp, created by Timothy Butler, showcase children climbing and an overflowing cornucopia - a true testament to Victorian decorative artistry.
Published in "The Illustrated London News," this design by Butler was intended to line the River Thames with elegant lighting fixtures that would illuminate the streets of London. The collaboration between George John Vulliamy and Metropolitan Electric brought this vision to life, creating a lasting legacy of beauty and functionality along the iconic embankment.
As you gaze upon this historical image, you can almost feel the energy and innovation that went into crafting these ornate lamps. The attention to detail is evident in every curve and flourish, reflecting the craftsmanship of a bygone era.
Step back in time with this snapshot of Victorian street lighting design, where form meets function in perfect harmony. Let your imagination wander as you envision these majestic lamps casting their warm glow over the bustling city streets of 1870s London.
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