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Framed Print : West Front CC78_00232
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West Front CC78_00232
The West Front, Bury St. Edmunds, Abbey Precincts, St. Edmundsbury, Suffolk. An exterior view of the houses which were built into the remains of the west front of the church at Bury St Edmunds Abbey. The houses are a group of two and three storey houses that were built into the ruinous remains of the abbey's west front. They are now known as 1, 1A, 2, and 3 West Front and Samson's Tower
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Media ID 28631421
© Historic England Archive
1890s Abbey Church House Medieval Monastery Post Medieval Benedictine
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "West Front CC78_00232" Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Historic England Archive. This exquisite piece transports you to the heart of Bury St. Edmunds Abbey Precincts in Suffolk, with an unforgettable view of the West Front. The houses, skillfully built into the remnants of the west front of the church, are beautifully captured in this historic photograph. Add a touch of history and charm to your space with this authentic, museum-quality framed print.
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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This print captures the enchanting West Front of Bury St. Edmunds Abbey in Suffolk, England. The image showcases a row of charming houses seamlessly integrated into the ancient ruins of the abbey's west front. These two and three-story houses, now known as 1,1A, 2, and 3 West Front and Samson's Tower, stand proudly amidst the remnants of this medieval Benedictine monastery. The architectural fusion between the post-medieval houses and the historic abbey creates a mesmerizing juxtaposition that transports viewers back in time. Each house exudes its own unique character while harmoniously blending with the surrounding centuries-old stonework. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of both the resilience of these structures and their historical significance. They serve as tangible reminders of an era long gone by but still deeply ingrained within our cultural heritage. Historic England Archive has beautifully captured this snapshot in time from the late 19th century when these buildings were already steeped in history themselves. This evocative image invites us to reflect on how architecture can transcend time and tell stories that connect us to our past.
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