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The Post-Office (engraving)
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The Post-Office (engraving)
1611952 The Post-Office (engraving) by Goodall, Frederick (1822-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Post-Office. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 February 1850.
F Goodall); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23416154
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The Post-Office (engraving)
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by Frederick Goodall is a captivating snapshot of the bustling atmosphere and timeless charm of an old-fashioned post office. This exquisite print, part of the private collection, takes us back to 1850 when it was originally featured in The Illustrated London News. In this intricately detailed artwork, Goodall masterfully captures the essence of a busy day at the post office. The scene is filled with people from all walks of life eagerly awaiting their turn to send or receive letters and parcels. Men in top hats engage in lively conversations while women clad in elegant Victorian attire patiently wait for their correspondence. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable as he portrays every aspect of this vital institution - from the ornate wooden counters adorned with inkwells and quills to the stacks of mail neatly organized on shelves behind diligent postal workers. Through his skilled engraving technique, Goodall manages to convey not only the physical space but also the palpable sense of anticipation and connection that permeates a post office. This evocative image reminds us of simpler times when handwritten letters were cherished means of communication, carrying news, love, and friendship across vast distances. It transports us back to an era where personal connections were nurtured through thoughtful words penned on paper rather than instant digital messages. "The Post-Office (engraving)" serves as both a nostalgic reminder and an artistic testament to our enduring need for human connection through written correspondence.
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