Poster Print : LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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Media ID 7545061
1867 British Raj Cart Container Dock East East India Company Import India Ship Shipping Thames River Unloading East Indiaman
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print, "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867." This captivating wood engraving, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, transports you to the bustling East India Docks of London in 1867. Witness the intricate process of unloading tea ships, a significant moment in the city's rich maritime history. Add an authentic touch to your home or office decor with this beautiful, historically accurate print. A timeless piece for those who appreciate the charm of the past.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867" takes us back in time to witness a bustling scene at the East India Docks. The wood engraving, created by an English artist in 1867, beautifully captures the essence of this significant moment in history. In the heart of London's docklands, we see workers diligently unloading tea-ships from the renowned East India Company. Each worker plays a crucial role in carefully transferring crates filled with precious cargo onto waiting carts. The sheer magnitude of activity is awe-inspiring as men navigate through stacks of wooden containers amidst a backdrop of towering ships on the Thames River. The image transports us to an era when Britain was at its zenith as a global trading power. It symbolizes not only the importation of tea but also represents the vast network connecting British Raj with its colonies in Asia. This snapshot encapsulates both labor and commerce intertwined within one frame. As we observe this historic scene, it becomes apparent that this image holds immense cultural significance beyond just commercial use. It offers insight into daily life during colonial times, highlighting how trade shaped relationships between nations and influenced economies worldwide. The Granger Collection has masterfully preserved this remarkable piece of art for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon our shared human history.
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