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Fine Art Print : Orpheus a51_06174
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Orpheus a51_06174
Festival of Britain 1951, Lambeth, London. The sculpture of Orpheus by Heinz Henghes at the entrance to the Downstream section of the South Bank Exhibition site. Photographed by M W Parry
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Media ID 11475877
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the magic of Orpheus with our exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, captured by M W Parry during the Festival of Britain 1951 in London, showcases Heinz Henghes' iconic sculpture of Orpheus at the South Bank Exhibition site. With its rich detail and vibrant colors, this print brings the mythical charm of Orpheus into your home or office, making it a stunning addition to any art collection.
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 print captures a moment frozen in time during the Festival of Britain in 1951, held in Lambeth, London. The focal point of this image is the magnificent sculpture of Orpheus by Heinz Henghes, proudly standing at the entrance to the Downstream section of the South Bank Exhibition site. Meticulously photographed by M W Parry, this archival masterpiece transports us back to an era filled with artistic grandeur and cultural celebration. The sculpture itself exudes a sense of enchantment and mystery as it pays homage to Greek mythology's legendary musician and poet, Orpheus. With his lyre in hand and eyes gazing into eternity, Orpheus seems poised to serenade visitors entering this remarkable exhibition space. As we delve deeper into this photograph's narrative, we are reminded of the significance behind such events as the Festival of Britain. It was a time when post-war Britain sought solace through creativity and innovation; a testament to resilience amidst adversity. M W Parry's expert lens captures not only the beauty of Heinz Henghes' sculptural masterpiece but also immortalizes an important chapter in British history. This print serves as a visual reminder that art has always played a pivotal role in shaping society and providing hope for brighter days ahead. In preserving this historic moment through photography, we are granted access to relive an extraordinary period where culture thrived against all odds – reminding us that even amidst challenges, human creativity knows no bounds.
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