Portland Head
Portland Head
Located at the entrance to Casco Bay, Portland Head Lighthouse is Maine’s oldest lighthouse, first illuminated in 1791 under the guidance of President George Washington. Constructed from locally sourced rubblestone, this classic white tower reflects the region’s New England charm. Washington’s decision to use native materials, which could easily be transported by oxen, was a cost-saving measure that helped complete the lighthouse efficiently.
For more than two centuries, Portland Head Lighthouse has stood resilient against the fierce storms of the Atlantic, guiding sailors along Maine’s rugged coastline. As one of the most photographed and well-known lighthouses in the United States, it remains a significant symbol of maritime history, offering sweeping views of the picturesque shoreline.
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Sizing
Sizing
Available in 2 sizes mounted in a heavy board and backing measuring:
- 20 x 20cm (8” x 8”) | image size: 15 x 15cm (6” x 6”)
- 30 x 30cm (12” x 12”) | image size: 20 x 20 cm (8” x 8”)
The mounted art print comes wrapped in a cellophane bag for extra protection. Each mounted print come with its own story and some fun facts included on an insert.
All mounted prints are also available in a white solid wood frame:
- For the 20 x 20cm print: the frame measures 20mm deep with a 20mm wide border
- For the 30 x 30cm print: the frame measures 30mm deep with a 30mm wide border
Our frames are made locally here in Ireland and constructed out of hardwood and painted white.
Material
Material
Printed with archival pigment ink on 290gr art paper with a slightly textured silk finish.
Pigment inks are designed to be stable over long periods of time, allowing prints to be displayed (under proper conditions) for many decades.
All mounts and backing boards are lignin-free, alkaline-sized, pH neutral and are calcium carbonate buffered to enhance their useful lifespan by minimising the effect of atmospheric pollutants.
Care instructions
Care instructions
Avoid hanging in direct sunlight as this may cause the colours to fade and affect the paper.




