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Canvas Print : Statue of an angel a073601
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Statue of an angel a073601
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, West Cemetery, London. The statue of an angel in thought, on the tomb of V W J Adamson. Photographed by John Gay during the early 1980s
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Media ID 1339541
© Historic England
Cemetery Grave Yard Sculpture Statue
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the exquisite "Statue of an Angel a073601" by John Gay from Historic England. This evocative piece captures the essence of the angel statue, which stands proudly atop the tomb of V W J Adamson in London's West Cemetery at Highgate. John Gay's photograph, taken during the early 1980s, beautifully preserves the intricate details and timeless beauty of this cherished work of art. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the ethereal and contemplative nature of the angel directly into your home or office, elevating any space with their breathtaking visual impact. Experience the artistry and history of this iconic statue as if you were there, with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 transports us to the serene grounds of Highgate Cemetery in London. Standing tall amidst a sea of tombstones, we are drawn to the ethereal presence of an angelic statue, known as a073601. This magnificent sculpture, delicately crafted with intricate details, rests upon the tomb of V W J Adamson.
Photographed by John Gay during the early 1980s, this image captures a moment frozen in time. The angel's contemplative pose invites us into its world of introspection and reflection. Its eyes seem fixed on some distant horizon, lost in deep thought as if pondering life's mysteries.
Highgate Cemetery itself holds an air of tranquility and solemnity; it is a place where history whispers through every moss-covered gravestone. As we gaze at this photograph, we can almost feel the weight of time pressing down on our shoulders.
John Gay's composition masterfully captures both the grandeur and fragility inherent in this sculpture. The play between light and shadow adds depth to each crevice and fold within the angel's wings - a testament to Gay's keen eye for detail.
In this single frame frozen forevermore, we find ourselves contemplating mortality alongside this celestial being. We are reminded that even in death there is beauty; that art has the power to transcend time and connect us with those who came before us.
As we admire John Gay’s photographic masterpiece depicting "Statue of an Angel," let us be transported back to that moment when he pressed his shutter release button – capturing not just an image but also evoking emotions that resonate deeply within our souls.
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