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Fine Art Print : Highgate Cemetery MF001771_50
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Highgate Cemetery MF001771_50
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Hampstead, London. The entrance to a family catacomb in Egyptian Avenue in the West Cemetery. Photographed by John Gay in March 1991
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 4494349
© Historic England
Cemetery Entrance Grave Yard Shadow
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the enchanting image of Highgate Cemetery's Egyptian Avenue by John Gay, captured in March 1991 for Historic England. This evocative photograph transports you to the heart of Hampstead, London, where the intricately designed family catacomb stands as a testament to the past. Add a touch of timeless beauty and historical intrigue to your space with this stunning Fine Art Print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 print captures the eerie allure of Highgate Cemetery in Hampstead, London. Taken by the talented photographer John Gay in March 1991, it showcases the entrance to a family catacomb within Egyptian Avenue in the West Cemetery. The image exudes an air of mystery and intrigue as shadows dance across the grave yard, casting an ethereal ambiance over this historic site. Highgate Cemetery has long been renowned for its Gothic architecture and Victorian charm, drawing visitors from all corners of the globe. This particular photograph perfectly encapsulates its haunting beauty. The weathered stone entrance stands tall amidst a backdrop of lush greenery, hinting at stories untold within its depths. As sunlight filters through ancient trees, delicate patterns are cast upon the pathway leading to this solemn resting place. The interplay between light and shadow adds depth to every detail captured by Gay's lens - from intricate carvings on tombstones to moss-covered walls that have witnessed centuries pass by. Highgate Cemetery is not merely a burial ground; it is a testament to history itself. Each gravestone tells a unique tale - tales of love, loss, triumphs, and tragedies that echo through time. Through this evocative photograph, we are reminded of our own mortality while simultaneously appreciating life's fleeting beauty. John Gay's masterful composition transports us into another realm where past meets present and whispers from beyond can be heard if we listen closely enough. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, there is art
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