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Poster Print : Sketches in Madrid: the Water Supply of Madrid, 1876. Creator: C.R
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Sketches in Madrid: the Water Supply of Madrid, 1876. Creator: C.R
Sketches in Madrid: the Water Supply of Madrid, 1876. British opinion being expressed as to the personal hygiene of foreigners....the ordinary aspects of life in Madrid...filling of casks by the public apparatus for water supply, to answer the demands of a dry and sun-burnt population. Their use, indeed, of water for the purposes of cleanliness is not extravagantly large. Melons and other pulpy fruit will also help to assuage thirst, even in a climate that is always either scorching hot or bleakly cold, but where a refreshing temperature is seldom or never felt'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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Media ID 36368563
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Barrel Barrels Drinking Water Filling Fountain Fountains Madrid Madrid Spain Europe Water Supply
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from Media Storehouse's Heritage Images collection. This captivating sketch, titled "Sketches in Madrid: the Water Supply of Madrid, 1876," is a rare glimpse into the past, showcasing the Water Supply of Madrid as depicted by C.R. (C.R. from Heritage Images). This intriguing image, which includes a commentary on British opinions regarding foreign personal hygiene, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors. Bring the rich history of Madrid into your home or office with this stunning, vintage-inspired poster print.
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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.
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This image, titled "Sketches in Madrid: the Water Supply of Madrid, 1876" by C.R, offers a glimpse into the daily life of Madrid's residents during the 19th century. The engraving, published in the Illustrated London News, captures the scene of men filling their barrels from the public water supply, a necessary task in a city known for its arid climate. The article accompanying the image notes the British opinion of the personal hygiene of foreigners, yet acknowledges that the use of water for cleaning purposes is not excessive. Instead, the residents of Madrid relied on water to quench their thirst, as well as to help cool down in the scorching heat or the bleak cold. The simple yet effective water supply system, depicted in the print, was a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the population. The men in the image, dressed in traditional attire, work together to fill their barrels, showcasing a sense of community and cooperation. This evocative image not only provides a historical record of Madrid's water supply system but also offers a glimpse into the ordinary aspects of life in the Spanish capital during the 19th century.
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