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Fine Art Print : Birnbeck Pier DP218547
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Birnbeck Pier DP218547
Birnbeck Pier, Birnbeck Island, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. General view of the derelict pier shrouded in mist at low tide, from the east, 2018
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Media ID 23749316
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Coast Coastal Derelict Pier Seaside
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty of Birnbeck Pier with our Fine Art Print of "Birnbeck Pier DP218547" by Steven Baker from Historic England. Captured in 2018, this image showcases the derelict pier shrouded in mist at low tide from the east, evoking a sense of mystery and nostalgia. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring the evocative atmosphere of Weston-Super-Mare's iconic pier into your home and make it a conversation starter with this stunning piece of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print by Steven Baker captures the haunting beauty of Birnbeck Pier, located on Birnbeck Island in Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. The image showcases a general view of this once majestic pier, now left to decay and shrouded in mist at low tide. As the fog rolls in from the east, it adds an ethereal quality to the scene, enhancing its mysterious allure. The derelict state of Birnbeck Pier is evident through every detail captured by Baker's lens. Its weathered structure stands as a testament to time and neglect, yet still retains hints of its former grandeur. This photograph transports viewers to a forgotten era when bustling crowds would have strolled along its wooden planks, enjoying panoramic views of the coast. The coastal setting further enhances the melancholic atmosphere portrayed in this image. The crashing waves against jagged rocks serve as a stark contrast to the deteriorating pier standing silently amidst nature's elements. It is a poignant reminder that even man-made structures are subject to nature's relentless power. Baker's masterful composition skillfully highlights both the desolation and enduring charm found within this decaying seaside relic. Through his lens, we can almost hear echoes from days gone by and imagine what stories this pier could tell if only it could speak. In preserving moments like these through photography, Historic England allows us glimpses into our past while also prompting reflection on our responsibility towards architectural heritage preservation for future generations to cherish and learn from.
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