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Fine Art Print : Highgate Cemetery a073520
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Highgate Cemetery a073520
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Hampstead, London. View from the Egyptian Avenue on a foggy day showing entrances to family vaults in the inner circle of the Lebanon Circle, West Cemetery. Photographed by John Gay in 1995
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 4286359
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the enchanting world of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Highgate Cemetery by John Gay from Historic England. This evocative image captures the mystical allure of Hampstead's Victorian cemetery on a foggy day, with the Egyptian Avenue leading the way to the inner circle of the Lebanon Circle in the West Cemetery. Each print in our Media Storehouse range is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Immerse yourself in the beauty and rich history of London's most intriguing landmarks with this captivating 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 print captures the eerie beauty of Highgate Cemetery, located in the serene neighborhood of Hampstead, London. Taken by renowned photographer John Gay in 1995, this image showcases a foggy day at the cemetery, adding an ethereal and mysterious atmosphere to the scene. The focal point of the photograph is the mesmerizing view from Egyptian Avenue, where one can glimpse entrances to family vaults within the inner circle of Lebanon Circle in West Cemetery. The misty ambiance adds a haunting allure to these ancient structures as they emerge from their shroud-like surroundings. Highgate Cemetery has long been revered for its historical significance and architectural grandeur. Established in 1839, it serves as a final resting place for numerous notable figures including Karl Marx and George Eliot. This print pays homage to this sacred ground that holds countless stories within its hallowed grounds. John Gay's masterful composition perfectly captures both the solemnity and enchantment that permeate through Highgate Cemetery's labyrinthine pathways. The interplay between light and shadow creates an otherworldly effect that invites viewers into a realm where time seems suspended. As we gaze upon this evocative image, we are reminded of our own mortality while simultaneously appreciating the timeless beauty found amidst decay. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, there is still profound artistry waiting to be discovered within each weathered tombstone and hidden corner of this historic burial ground.
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