Canvas Print : Bishop, architect and future cathedral
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Bishop, architect and future cathedral
Frederick Gibberd, architect of the catholic Metropolitan Cathedral in Liverpool, fondly nicknamed Paddys Wigwam by local residents, pictured looking at the model for the building with the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool, the Most Rev. John Carmel Heenan. The design replaced the original by Edwin Lutyens as it was deemed to costly to continue after the First World War. The building was opened in 1967 and is one of Liverpools most famous and treasured landmarks. Date: 1961
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Media ID 14266430
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Archbishop Carmel Frederick Heenan Liverpool Metropolitan Oct17 Wigwam Buidings Paddys
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic beauty of Bishop Gibberd's Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral in Liverpool into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring the captivating image "Bishop, architect and future cathedral" from Mary Evans Prints Online, these high-quality prints showcase the iconic design of Frederick Gibberd's masterpiece, fondly known as "Paddy's Wigwam" by local residents. Each canvas print is expertly crafted with vibrant colors and fine details, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Order now and relive the architectural wonder of this beloved cathedral every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Liverpool's architectural history, as Bishop Frederick Gibberd and the Most Reverend John Carmel Heenan, the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Liverpool, examine the model for the new Metropolitan Cathedral. The image, taken in 1961, documents the collaboration between the two men as they worked to bring Gibberd's innovative design to life, replacing the original plans by Edwin Lutyens due to the financial strain caused by the First World War. Gibberd's design for the Metropolitan Cathedral, affectionately nicknamed "Paddy's Wigwam" by local residents, was a bold departure from traditional Gothic cathedral architecture. The building, which opened in 1967, has since become one of Liverpool's most famous and cherished landmarks. Its unique and modernist design, featuring a striking flying buttress and a bold, open cruciform plan, reflects the changing cultural and architectural landscape of the 1960s. The photograph offers a glimpse into the creative process behind the construction of this iconic building, as well as the collaboration between the architect and the religious leader who brought it to fruition. Gibberd's vision for the Metropolitan Cathedral was not without controversy, but it has endured as a symbol of Liverpool's resilience and its commitment to progress. This image serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in shaping the built environment and the enduring impact of architecture on our communities.
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