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Photographic Print : St Johns Hospital, Alton ME001140
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St Johns Hospital, Alton ME001140
St Johns Hospital, Castle Hill, Alton, Staffordshire. Pen and ink sketch, by Peter Anson, showing the exterior of St John the Baptist. 1935
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 19051408
© Historic England Archive
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the stunning photographic print of "St Johns Hospital, Alton ME001140" by Peter Frederick Anson from Historic England. This captivating piece of art showcases the exterior of St John the Baptist, located on Castle Hill in Alton, Staffordshire. Dated back to 1935, this pen and ink sketch has been beautifully transformed into a photographic print, bringing the intricate details and historic charm of the building to life. Add this exquisite piece to your collection and bring a touch of British history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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 evocative pen and ink sketch of St John the Baptist Church, Alton, Staffordshire, by the renowned English artist Peter Frederick Anson, captures the essence of this historic building's enduring beauty and charm. Dating back to the 14th century, St John's Hospital and Almshouse, with its distinctive red-brick exterior and ornate gothic architecture, has stood proudly on Castle Hill for over six centuries. Anson's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the church's exterior features, from the pointed arches and flying buttresses to the delicate tracery of the windows. The artist's masterful use of shading and hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer into the scene and inviting them to explore the nooks and crannies of this ancient edifice. The peaceful setting of the sketch, with its rolling hills and verdant foliage, adds to the sense of tranquility and timelessness that pervades the image. The church, nestled amidst the natural beauty of the countryside, appears as a beacon of history and tradition, a testament to the rich cultural heritage of England. Anson's skillful rendering of St John the Baptist Church is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, to evoke emotions and inspire wonder. This exquisite sketch is a treasure to be savored by anyone with an appreciation for history, art, or the simple beauty of a bygone era.
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