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Framed Print : Statue of an angel a073601
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Statue of an angel a073601
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, West Cemetery, London. The statue of an angel in thought, on the tomb of V W J Adamson. Photographed by John Gay during the early 1980s
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Media ID 1339541
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Cemetery Grave Yard Sculpture Statue
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Statue of an Angel a073601" by John Gay. This exquisite piece, captured by John Gay during the early 1980s at Historic England's Highgate Cemetery in London, showcases the intricate details of the angel statue, which sits atop the tomb of V W J Adamson. With its serene expression and ethereal beauty, this framed print is a stunning addition to any home or office space. The high-quality print is meticulously framed to preserve its vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring a timeless piece that will captivate your senses and elevate your décor. Bring a touch of history and tranquility into your space with this enchanting Media Storehouse 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 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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 transports us to the serene grounds of Highgate Cemetery in London. Standing tall amidst a sea of tombstones, we are drawn to the ethereal presence of an angelic statue, known as a073601. This magnificent sculpture, delicately crafted with intricate details, rests upon the tomb of V W J Adamson.
Photographed by John Gay during the early 1980s, this image captures a moment frozen in time. The angel's contemplative pose invites us into its world of introspection and reflection. Its eyes seem fixed on some distant horizon, lost in deep thought as if pondering life's mysteries.
Highgate Cemetery itself holds an air of tranquility and solemnity; it is a place where history whispers through every moss-covered gravestone. As we gaze at this photograph, we can almost feel the weight of time pressing down on our shoulders.
John Gay's composition masterfully captures both the grandeur and fragility inherent in this sculpture. The play between light and shadow adds depth to each crevice and fold within the angel's wings - a testament to Gay's keen eye for detail.
In this single frame frozen forevermore, we find ourselves contemplating mortality alongside this celestial being. We are reminded that even in death there is beauty; that art has the power to transcend time and connect us with those who came before us.
As we admire John Gay’s photographic masterpiece depicting "Statue of an Angel," let us be transported back to that moment when he pressed his shutter release button – capturing not just an image but also evoking emotions that resonate deeply within our souls.
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