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Fine Art Print : A view of St Michaels Cathedral, Coventry, taken from Cope Street circa 1919
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A view of St Michaels Cathedral, Coventry, taken from Cope Street circa 1919
A view of St Michaels Cathedral, Coventry, taken from Cope Street circa 1919.
This image was taken before the Blitz of November 1940, the spire is still standing. Cope Street is no longer there.
1919
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21334256
© Mirrorpix
Church Road Spire Street 1910s Steeple
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken from Cope Street in Coventry circa 1919 by Mirrorpix, showcases a breathtaking view of St Michael's Cathedral. Witness the beauty of this historic landmark as it stood before the November 1940 Blitz, with its iconic spire proudly reaching for the sky. A perfect addition to any home or office, this fine art print is a reminder of Coventry's rich history and a testament to the power of photography to preserve memories.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This print takes us back to the year 1919, offering a nostalgic glimpse of St Michaels Cathedral in Coventry. The image showcases the grandeur of this architectural marvel, with its towering spire reaching towards the heavens. Standing proudly on Cope Street, which sadly no longer exists today, the cathedral appears untouched by time or turmoil. Little did anyone know that just two decades later, during the devastating Blitz of November 1940, this serene scene would be forever altered. The iconic spire captured in this photograph would tragically succumb to the ravages of war and be reduced to ruins. However, through this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of its former glory. The image evokes a sense of tranquility as we imagine pedestrians strolling along Cope Street and admiring the magnificent structure before them. It transports us back to an era when life moved at a slower pace and moments like these were cherished. As we gaze upon this piece from Memory Lane Prints' collection by Mirrorpix, it serves as a poignant reminder of both our shared history and resilience. It allows us to reflect on how even amidst destruction and loss, beauty can still emerge from ashes – much like St Michaels Cathedral itself has risen again since those dark days.
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