Framed Print : Chapel building, Penyrorsedd, North Wales
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Chapel building, Penyrorsedd, North Wales
A large chapel building at Penyrorsedd in the Nantlle Valley, Caernarvonshire (now Gwynedd), North Wales, with a ramshackle stone wall and what looks like an old iron bedstead in the foreground. The chapel is too large for the small population of the area, made even smaller since the nearby slate quarry closed down
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Media ID 4471807
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Bedstead Caernarvonshire Chapel Gwynedd Iron Mine Mining Nantlle Penyrorsedd Population Quarry Quarrying Ramshackle Slate Work Men Depopulation
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Chapel building at Penyrorsedd, North Wales" framed print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a breathtaking image of a large, timeworn chapel nestled in the picturesque Nantlle Valley of Caernarvonshire, now Gwynedd. The image captures the essence of North Wales with its charming, ramshackle stone wall and an intriguing old iron bedstead in the foreground. Each framed print is meticulously crafted with attention to detail, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office décor. Bring a piece of the enchanting North Welsh landscape into your space with this evocative framed print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty and historical significance of Penyrorsedd Chapel in North Wales, nestled in the picturesque Nantlle Valley of Gwynedd. The imposing chapel, with its grand stone walls and intricate architectural details, stands in stark contrast to the ramshackle stone wall and what appears to be an old iron bedstead in the foreground. Once a place of worship for the local community, the chapel's size and grandeur now seem out of place in this sparsely populated area, made even smaller since the nearby slate quarry closed down. The Nantlle Valley was once a bustling hub of industrial activity, with Penyrorsedd and the surrounding areas home to thousands of workers and their families. The men would toil long hours in the quarry, extracting slate to fuel the demands of the growing industrial revolution. However, the closure of the quarry marked the beginning of a slow and steady depopulation of the area, leaving behind only the remnants of its once thriving community. The chapel, a testament to the area's rich history, now stands as a silent witness to the passing of time and the changing landscape of the valley. Its grandeur and size serve as a reminder of the once thriving industrial class that called this area home, and the hardworking men and women who built their lives and communities around the quarry. The old iron bedstead in the foreground adds an air of melancholy to the scene, symbolizing the passing of an era and the fading memories of a bygone age.
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