Framed Print : Wessex / Rainbarrow 1906
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Wessex / Rainbarrow 1906
Wessex scenery: the Rainbarrow, a setting for Thomas Hardys novel Return of the Native, with the Quiet Woman in the distance
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Media ID 611091
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Wessex / Rainbarrow 1906" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of art transportes you to the heart of Thomas Hardy's beloved Wessex countryside, with the iconic Rainbarrow landscape gracing the foreground. In the distance, the Quiet Woman's residence adds an intriguing touch, invoking memories of Hardy's classic novel "Return of the Native." Bring the timeless beauty of Wessex into your home with this stunning framed print, a perfect addition to any room or office space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 evocative photograph, taken in the year 1906, captures the breathtaking Wessex scenery of Rainbarrow, a setting immortalized in Thomas Hardy's novel "The Return of the Native." The image transports us back in time, inviting us to explore the rich history and natural beauty of this idyllic corner of England. In the distance, the Quiet Woman Inn stands as a solitary sentinel, its ancient walls weathered by the elements and time. This historic inn, nestled amidst the rolling hills and heather-covered moors, has long been a source of inspiration for writers, artists, and wanderers alike. It is said that Hardy himself spent many hours in this very spot, drawing inspiration from the raw, untamed landscape and the intriguing characters that inhabited it. The Rainbarrow itself, a distinctive hill with a flat top, rises majestically in the background, its barren, windswept peak a testament to the harsh beauty of the Wessex countryside. The hill, which is actually a remnant of an ancient volcano, has long been a symbol of the resilience and endurance of the human spirit in the face of nature's elements. As we gaze upon this scene, it is easy to imagine the novel's protagonist, Thomasin Yeobright, making her way across the moor, her heart heavy with the weight of love and loss. The haunting beauty of the landscape, with its sweeping vistas and moody skies, serves as a poignant backdrop to the timeless themes of love, loss, and redemption that resonate in Hardy's classic novel. This photograph, with its rich historical and literary significance, offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time and place where the natural world and human emotion converge in a symphony of beauty and meaning.
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