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Fine Art Print : Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving)
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Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving)
1102090 Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 August 1851.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22641634
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cemeteries Cemetery Churchyard Consecration Graveyard Hertfordshire
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the historic moment of the consecration of the cemetery at Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, as depicted in this intricately detailed 19th-century engraving by an English School artist. This rare and evocative image, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it an essential addition to any art collection or historical study. Bring history to life in your home or office with this exquisite Fine Art Print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving captures a significant moment in history - the consecration of the cemetery at Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch. The image showcases a solemn ceremony taking place within the hallowed grounds of this renowned institution. The scene is filled with an air of reverence and importance as individuals gather to witness this sacred event. The cemetery, beautifully adorned with ornate tombstones and lush greenery, provides a serene backdrop for the proceedings. A sense of tranquility permeates through the image, contrasting with the stigma often associated with mental health institutions during that era. The composition draws attention to a group of distinguished figures leading the ceremony; their somber expressions reflecting both respect for those laid to rest and recognition of the significance this occasion holds for patients past and present. Surrounding them are attendees from various walks of life - doctors, nurses, administrators, and perhaps even family members paying their respects. This engraving not only serves as a visual record but also offers insight into societal attitudes towards mental health during Victorian times. It reminds us that behind these imposing walls lay real people who were deserving of dignity even in death. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, it prompts reflection on how far we have come in our understanding and treatment of mental illness while serving as a poignant reminder to continue striving for compassion and empathy in all aspects of healthcare.
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