Poster Print : A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850

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A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850

3330947 A burglar activating a basic home security locking system, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a burglar activating a basic home security locking system. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38460040

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

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27x27 inch Poster Print

Protect your space with style! Our Media Storehouse Poster Prints feature iconic artworks that inspire and educate. This striking print from Bridgeman Images shows 'A Burglar Activating A Basic Home Security Locking System, 1850', highlighting the importance of home security in a bygone era. Bring a touch of history to your walls with this unique and thought-provoking piece.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing engraving from 1850 captures a pivotal moment in the history of home security. Depicting a burglar activating a basic locking system, this image serves as a reminder of the constant battle between criminals and homeowners throughout the centuries. In the midst of the 19th century, when crime rates were on the rise and burglary was a common threat to households, innovative security measures like this locking system became essential for protecting one's property. The detailed depiction of the burglar carefully manipulating the mechanism highlights both his skillful cunning and determination to break into homes undetected. The use of a ladder in this scene adds an element of suspense, suggesting that this criminal is willing to go to great lengths to achieve his nefarious goals. As he reaches for the lock with precision, viewers are left wondering whether he will succeed in bypassing it or if justice will prevail. Overall, this print serves as a historical snapshot of an era marked by rampant criminal activity and evolving methods of defense. It reminds us that even in simpler times, home security was paramount for safeguarding one's belongings and loved ones from harm.

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