Canvas Print : The Cenotaph covered in flowers, November 1920
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The Cenotaph covered in flowers, November 1920
The Cenotaph in Whitehall, pictured swamped in floral tributes in the days following its unveiling at the Armistice Day ceremony on 11 November 1920.
1920
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Media ID 14221338
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Armistice Cenotaph Memorials Monuments Remembrance Tributes Whitehall Wreaths
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'The Cenotaph covered in flowers, November 1920' by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the poignant scene of the Cenotaph in Whitehall, swamped in floral tributes in the days following its unveiling at the Armistice Day ceremony on 11 November 1920. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the history and emotion of this iconic moment to life in your home or office. Each print is meticulously printed on heavyweight canvas using archival-quality inks, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting beauty. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the emotional outpouring of the British people in the days following the unveiling of the Cenotaph War Memorial in Whitehall, London, on Armistice Day, 11 November 1920. The Cenotaph, a simple yet powerful structure designed as a tribute to the fallen soldiers of the First World War, was swamped in an avalanche of floral tributes and wreaths. The sea of flowers, in various hues and shades, created a breathtaking sight, transforming the monument into a symbol of remembrance and respect. The Cenotaph, meaning an empty tomb, was built as a tribute to the 700,000 British and Empire soldiers who lost their lives during the First World War. The memorial, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, was unveiled by King George V and Queen Mary in the presence of thousands of mourners, veterans, and dignitaries. The Armistice Day ceremony marked the end of the war, and the Cenotaph became a focal point for the nation to pay homage to the sacrifices made during the conflict. The photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd, captures the profound impact of the Cenotaph on the British people, who came in their thousands to lay their floral tributes as a symbol of respect, love, and gratitude. The scene of the Cenotaph, covered in flowers, became an enduring image of the nation's collective grief and remembrance, encapsulating the spirit of a people united in their loss and determination to honor the memory of those who had given their lives for their country.
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