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Fine Art Print : Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750
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Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750
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Media ID 15177098
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Camden Criminal Highwayman Kentish Town Prig Robber Robbery Robbing Theft Thief Victim
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the thrilling tale of Colonel Jack, the notorious highwayman, as he boldly robs Mary Smith on the outskirts of Kentish Town, London, circa 1750. This captivating image from Heritage Images transports you to the era of daring rogues and chivalrous heroines. Bring the drama and history of the past into your home with this stunning, museum-quality print. Perfect for adding character and intrigue to any room, this Fine Art Print makes a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 31.6cm x 53.3cm (12.4" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 18th-century print depicts a dramatic scene in the outskirts of London. Titled "Colonel Jack, the highwayman, robbing Mary Smith on her way to Kentish Town, London, c1750" it transports us back in time to an era filled with danger and intrigue. The anonymous artist skillfully captures the essence of this criminal act through detailed engraving and vibrant colors. In this image, we witness Colonel Jack, a notorious highwayman known for his audacity and cunning, intercepting Mary Smith's journey to Kentish Town. The lady is portrayed as a helpless victim caught off guard by this brazen robbery. As she clutches her belongings tightly against her chest, fear etches across her face while the surrounding nature seems oblivious to their plight. The setting itself adds depth to the narrative - a secluded country road lined with towering trees that cast long shadows upon the scene. This juxtaposition between man-made crime and untouched nature highlights both humanity's capacity for wrongdoing and its inherent connection with the natural world. Preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery's collection, this historic print serves as a reminder of England's past lawlessness during the eighteenth century. It invites contemplation on themes such as justice, morality, and societal norms that have evolved over time.
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