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Framed Print : Nuns at Denny Abbey J930289
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Nuns at Denny Abbey J930289
DENNY ABBEY, Cambridgeshire. Interior view. The refectory in use during the 15th century. Nuns at table being served by novices while the lesson is read from the gallery. Reconstruction drawing by Terry BALL (English Heritage Graphics Team)
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Media ID 5324345
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Abbey Graphic Illustration Medieval Monastic Nunnery Religion Convent
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Nuns at Denny Abbey J930289" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece, captured by renowned photographer Terry Ball for Historic England, transports you back to the 15th century with an intimate glimpse into Denny Abbey's refectory in Cambridgeshire. Witness the daily life of the religious community as nuns are served while a lesson is being read from the gallery. Add this stunning work of art to your home or office to evoke a sense of history, tranquility, and the enduring allure of the past.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the 15th century, inside the walls of Denny Abbey in Cambridgeshire. The image showcases a bustling scene within the abbey's refectory, where nuns are gathered around a long wooden table. Novices can be seen diligently serving their fellow sisters while an enlightening lesson is being read from the gallery above. The attention to detail in this reconstruction drawing by Terry Ball, part of English Heritage Graphics Team, brings this medieval moment to life. Every aspect of monastic life is depicted with precision and authenticity - from the simple yet elegant attire worn by the nuns to the serene ambiance that permeates through every corner of this sacred space. This illustration not only captures a specific historical period but also serves as a testament to religious devotion and communal living during that era. It offers us a glimpse into an age when faith played an integral role in people's lives and when places like Denny Abbey served as havens for spiritual growth and contemplation. Through Terry Ball's skillful artistry, we are transported back centuries ago, allowing us to appreciate both the architectural beauty of Denny Abbey and its significance as a place where devout women dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to their religious beliefs. This graphic representation invites us on an immersive journey into history, reminding us of our shared human heritage and inspiring reverence for those who came before us.
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