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Highgate Cemetery MF001684_23
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Hampstead, London. The statue of an angel pointing towards heaven in the East Cemetery. Photographed by John Gay in May 1983
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Media ID 4248024
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Cemetery Grave Yard Sculpture Statue
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the tranquil and ethereal atmosphere of Highgate Cemetery in Hampstead, London. Captured by the talented photographer John Gay in May 1983, this image showcases a remarkable statue that stands as a solemn sentinel within the East Cemetery. The angelic figure, with its delicate wings outstretched and eyes gazing towards the heavens, exudes an aura of serenity and spirituality. Set against a backdrop of weathered gravestones and lush foliage, this sculpture becomes an emblematic symbol of eternal peace amidst the resting souls. Its presence evokes contemplation on life's transience while offering solace through its upward-pointing gesture. John Gay's keen eye for detail is evident in every aspect of this photograph; from the intricate textures etched into stone to the play of light and shadows that dance upon each surface. Through his lens, he has immortalized not only a moment frozen in time but also captured the essence of Highgate Cemetery itself – a place where history whispers through every tombstone. As we gaze upon this poignant image, we are reminded that cemeteries hold stories untold; they are repositories for memories both cherished and forgotten. This print invites us to reflect on our own mortality while appreciating the beauty found within these sacred grounds.
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