Fine Art Print : House in danger from coastal erosion C016 / 9200
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House in danger from coastal erosion C016 / 9200
Happisburghs sandy cliffs have been eroding since the Ice Age though man-made sea defences, below the cliffs, installed after the 1953 floods slowed the rate of erosion but have been failing since the 1980 s. The cliffs comprise layers of sand and clay which are eroded both by the sea on one side and rain water run-off from behind. During the long winter 2012-2013 the cliffs lost 20 meters in places. Happisburgh is a historic village on the north-east coast of Norfolk. Pronounced Haze-bruh", and spelt Hapesburg in the Domesday Book, the name means Haeps Town."
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Media ID 9245761
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Beach Clay Cliff Cliffs Crack Erosion Flood Floods Happisburgh House Ice Age Land Landslip Norfolk Rain Rain Water Sand Sandy Sea Defence Breakwater Bungalow Erode
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant beauty and raw power of nature with our Fine Art Print of 'House in Danger from Coastal Erosion C016 / 9200' by David Parker. This evocative image captures the relentless erosion of Happisburgh's sandy cliffs, a natural phenomenon that has been ongoing since the Ice Age. Man-made sea defenses, installed after the devastating 1953 floods, have failed to halt the inexorable advance of the sea. This thought-provoking print invites reflection on the delicate balance between human intervention and the natural world. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the power of nature into your home or office.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the imminent danger faced by a house perched on the edge of coastal erosion in Happisburgh, Norfolk. The sandy cliffs that have been eroding since the Ice Age pose a constant threat to this historic village. Man-made sea defenses installed after the devastating floods of 1953 initially slowed down the erosion rate, but they have been failing since the 1980s. The cliffs, composed of layers of sand and clay, are relentlessly worn away by both the relentless pounding of waves from one side and rainwater runoff from behind. During an exceptionally long winter in 2012-2013, these vulnerable cliffs lost a staggering 20 meters in some areas. Happisburgh's significance is not only rooted in its vulnerability to natural forces but also its rich history. Pronounced "Haze-bruh" and spelled Hapesburg in the Domesday Book, it derives its name from Haeps Town. In this image captured by David Parker for Science Photo Library, we witness nature's destructive power as cracks appear on the bungalow's foundation due to ongoing land erosion. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of how climate change-induced factors like rising sea levels can threaten our coastal communities if adequate measures aren't taken to protect them.
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