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Poster Print : Ruins of Wenlock Priory, 1898. Creator: Unknown
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Ruins of Wenlock Priory, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of Wenlock Priory, 1898. Wenlock Priory, a ruined 12th century monastery, located in Much Wenlock, Shropshire hought to be the final resting place of Saint Milburga. Following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1540, several buildings were converted into private residences. From " Our Own Country, Volume V". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]
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Abandoned Arched Cassells Co Cassell Dissolution Of The Monasteries 1540 Henry Viii Henry Viii King Of England King Henry Viii King Of England Our Own Country Priory Shropshire Cassell And Company Ltd Inset Much Wenlock Wenlock Priory
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Ruins of Wenlock Priory, 1898 poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, captured by an unknown photographer in the late 19th century, showcases the haunting beauty of Wenlock Priory - a 12th century monastery nestled in Much Wenlock, Shropshire, England. Believed to be the final resting place of Saint Milburga, these ancient ruins tell a rich historical tale. Bring the mystery and allure of the past into your home or office with this stunning, vintage-inspired poster print.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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 showcases the hauntingly beautiful Ruins of Wenlock Priory, taken in 1898 by an unknown creator. Located in Much Wenlock, Shropshire, this 12th-century monastery is believed to be the final resting place of Saint Milburga. The image captures the essence of both history and decay, as it depicts a scene from a bygone era. The ruins stand as a testament to the dissolution of monasteries in 16th century Britain during King Henry VIII's reign. Once thriving with religious fervor, these sacred buildings were transformed into private residences after their abandonment. The arched architecture adds an air of grandeur to the desolate surroundings. Intriguingly inset within "Our Own Country". Volume V published by Cassell and Company Ltd. , this engraving transports viewers back to Victorian times when travel and tourism began gaining popularity. It serves as a reminder that even then people were drawn to explore historical sites like Wenlock Priory. The presence of background figures adds depth and scale to the photograph while also emphasizing its status as a tourist attraction throughout history. This print not only captures architectural beauty but also evokes feelings of nostalgia for an England long past. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image today, we are reminded that despite being forgotten by time, these ruins continue to hold immense cultural significance for those who appreciate art, literature, religion, and British heritage.
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