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Framed Print : Highgate Cemetery MF001688_27
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Highgate Cemetery MF001688_27
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Hampstead, London. Looking towards the entrance to the Egyptian Avenue, with the statue of an angel in the foreground, in the West Cemetery. Photographed by John Gay in October 1983
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 4287405
© Historic England
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Highgate Cemetery MF001688_27" by John Gay from Historic England. This beautiful framed print showcases the enchanting atmosphere of Highgate Cemetery in Hampstead, London. The captivating image, taken from the West Cemetery, highlights the entrance to the Egyptian Avenue with the angel statue in the foreground. Bring the historic charm of Hampstead's iconic cemetery into your home or office with this exquisitely crafted, museum-quality framed print. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of history and the tranquility of cemetery gardens.
20x16 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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us to the enchanting Highgate Cemetery in Hampstead, London. Taken by the talented photographer John Gay in October 1983, it captures a mesmerizing scene that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply evocative. In this particular frame, our gaze is drawn towards the entrance of the Egyptian Avenue, an iconic feature of Highgate Cemetery. Standing proudly in the foreground is a magnificent statue of an angel, its delicate wings outstretched as if guarding over the sacred grounds beyond. The angel's solemn expression seems to reflect both sorrow and serenity, adding an air of mystery to this ethereal setting. The West Cemetery stretches out behind the angelic figure, with rows upon rows of gravestones silently marking the passage of time. Each weathered stone tells its own story - tales of love, loss, and lives lived long ago. As we peer into this snapshot frozen in time, we cannot help but feel a sense of reverence for those who rest here. John Gay's skillful composition enhances every detail within this photograph print; from the play between light and shadow to capturing each intricate texture on stone surfaces. It serves as a poignant reminder that even within places associated with death and mourning lies great beauty waiting to be discovered. This remarkable image from Historic England invites us to contemplate mortality while appreciating artistry at its finest. It reminds us that cemeteries are not merely resting places for departed souls but also repositories of history and reflections on
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