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Sepia photograph of Trinidad's bell tower seen through a shuttered window in 1948, framed in oak. Close view.
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Bell Tower Through Shuttered Window - Trinidad, Cuba

$175.00

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Size 16x20 in
Frame Unframed
  • Made to order in the US. Ships in 4 to 6 business days.
  • Solid oak or metal frame with real glass, arrives wired and ready to hang.
  • Printed on heavy 305 gsm cotton rag paper.
  • Free 30-day returns.

Unusual photograph of Trinidad’s bell tower taken in 1948. The striking image is of a historic landmark that is framed in a high-contrast and modern, graphic style.

Story Behind the Image

The Spanish colonial city of Trinidad, Cuba, is known for its historic landmarks and beautiful old buildings. That’s why it was selected in the 1980s as a UNESCO World Heritage site. 

Trinidad's most recognized architectural feature is the bell tower of the Convento de San Francisco. The tall white structure is visible while walking through the old town center, and for miles around from the surrounding valley, or Valle de los Ingenios. 

Yet this photograph captures an unusual view of the tower.

It was taken in the 1940s from inside a neighboring building and appears to rise up behind the wooden shutter of a centuries-old window. 

The photograph is also striking because of the half-tone effect - the original dotted print process - that creates the impression with textures of light and dark.

Product Overview

Available Unframed on 100% Cotton Rag paper, or Framed and ready to hang in solid oak with real glass.

High-resolution vintage photograph displays the rich tones and softer sepia details characteristic of midcentury photo prints.

Material

Museum-quality print, in high-resolution.

On 100% Cotton Rag - a heavy paper (305 gsm) with a light texture. It has a soft, brushed feel from the natural cotton fibers.

This paper beautifully displays rich colors and contrasts, as well as the art’s striking details.

Dimensions

Print sizes:

  • 16 x 20 inches (4:5 ratio)
  • 18 x 24 inches (3:4 ratio)
  • 24 x 30 inches (4:5 ratio)
  • 24 x 32 inches (3:4 ratio)
Framing details

Frame comes Ready To Hang:
Mounting and hardware included.

Frame Material:
Solid Oak

Glazing:
Real Tempered Glass

Frame Profile: 0.71 in. face width and 1.02 in. face depth

Room view shown for scale and placement. Frame finish varies by piece, so check the frame samples in the image gallery for the finishes offered on this print.

Every screen renders color differently, and a print reflects light rather than emitting it, so the printed piece will read slightly different from what you see here. Frame samples in the gallery are photographed under neutral light and are the closest guide to the finish you will receive.

Sustainability

Oak wood sustainably sourced in US.

Glass used in frames, not plastic.

Care

Dust with soft dry cloth.

Avoid direct sunlight.

Not recommend for rooms with high humidity.

Shipping & Returns

Ships out in 4-6 days.

Returns within 30 days.

From rediscovered to your wall

How each piece is made

Quality in how each piece is preserved, printed and framed.

Restored in high resolution

Preserved and restored at high resolution, to revive the original detail, texture and color. The art is visibly rich, and not a flat color image.

Printed on heavy, luxury art paper

Professional print on 300gsm 100% cotton rag or 320gsm watercolor fine art paper. Both are heavy papers with real presence in the hand, which you’ll especially notice when you unbox your unframed art piece.

Framed in solid oak or metal

Options vary by piece: Soft White, Warm Walnut or Stained Black solid oak, or Brushed metals, all with real glass and ready to hang. Or unframed prints up to 30x40 inches, with some in larger sizes for statement walls.

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