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St Peter Mancroft, Norwich COB01_08_001
Church of St Peter Mancroft, Norwich, Norfolk, c 1850. Albumen print by Thomas Damant Eaton (1800-71). Thomas Damant Eaton, described as the father of the arts in the Eastern Counties, was a music critic and musician, and a gentleman amateur photographer who became the first President of the Norwich Photographic Society. Active from the mid-1840s, Eaton worked with paper negatives and salted paper prints and was familiar with many photographic processes. This view probably used a paper negative that may have subsequently have been waxed to produce this particular print
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Media ID 10929021
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Archive Church Picturing England Victorian
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the timeless beauty of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. Featuring the iconic image of St Peter Mancroft, Norwich (COB01_08_001), this exquisite poster is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike. This stunning photograph, captured by Thomas Damant Eaton in the mid-1800s, showcases the breathtaking Church of St Peter Mancroft in Norwich, Norfolk, England. With its intricate details and rich history, this albumen print is a testament to the artistic vision of Thomas Damant Eaton, known as the father of the arts in the Eastern Counties. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and elevate your space with this captivating and authentic work of art. Order now and immerse yourself in the history and charm of St Peter Mancroft, Norwich.
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Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 stunning albumen print captures the majestic facade of St Peter Mancroft, a historic church located in the heart of Norwich, Norfolk. The photograph was taken around 1850 by Thomas Damant Eaton, a renowned music critic, musician, and gentleman amateur photographer who is considered the father of the arts in the Eastern Counties. Eaton was an early pioneer in photography, experimenting with various processes such as paper negatives and salted paper prints. The image showcases the intricate details of the church's Gothic Revival architecture, with its ornate stonework, pointed arches, and tall spire reaching towards the sky. The use of the albumen printing process, which involves coating a paper with a solution of albumen, silver iodide, and collodion, enhances the richness and depth of the image, bringing out the textures of the stone and the delicate patterns of the stained glass windows. St Peter Mancroft, built in the 15th and 16th centuries, is one of the most prominent churches in Norwich and has played an essential role in the city's history. The church's name is believed to derive from St Peter, the patron saint of fishermen, and Mancroft, a local landowner. The church's proximity to the marketplace made it a popular gathering place for merchants and traders, and it has been a symbol of Norwich's resilience and spirituality throughout the centuries. This photograph by Thomas Damant Eaton is a testament to the beauty and historical significance of St Peter Mancroft and the rich cultural heritage of Norwich during the Victorian era. The image invites us to appreciate the craftsmanship and artistry of the past, as well as the enduring allure of Gothic architecture and the power of photography to capture the essence of a place and time.
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