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Portmeirion - Mermaid Cottage
The village of Portmeirion, Gwynedd - Mermaid Cottage. Sir Clough Williams-Ellis designed and constructed the village between 1925 and 1975. He incorporated fragments of demolished buildings, including works by a number of other architects. Portmeirions architectural bricolage and deliberately fanciful nostalgia have been noted as an influence on the development of postmodernism in architecture in the late twentieth century. Date: 1930s
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Clough Cottage Ellis Fanciful Gwynedd Mermaid Planned Bricolage Portmeirion
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the enchanting beauty of Portmeirion's Mermaid Cottage into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the magical Mermaid Cottage nestled within the picturesque village designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. Our premium canvas prints are meticulously crafted to provide stunning detail and vibrant colors, ensuring your artwork becomes a captivating centerpiece. Elevate your interior décor with this timeless piece, available now at Media Storehouse."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 18.8cm (12" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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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1. Title: "A Glimpse into the Fanciful World of Portmeirion: Mermaid Cottage in the 1930s" Portmeirion, located in the picturesque county of Gwynedd, Wales, is a unique architectural marvel that defies the ordinary. Designed and constructed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis between 1925 and 1975, this enchanting village is a testament to his architectural brilliance and artistic vision. Mermaid Cottage, a captivating structure nestled within Portmeirion's idyllic grounds, dates back to the 1930s. Sir Clough, an ardent admirer of Italian architecture, meticulously designed and built this cottage, blending it seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The architectural bricolage of Portmeirion, with its deliberate fusion of various architectural styles and historical fragments, has been hailed as an influential precursor to postmodernism in late twentieth-century architecture. The village's fanciful nostalgia, a nod to the past, continues to intrigue and inspire architects and artists alike. Mermaid Cottage, with its charming facade and intricate details, is a perfect example of Sir Clough's innovative approach. The cottage, like many other structures in Portmeirion, was constructed using fragments of demolished buildings, including works by other architects. This intentional juxtaposition of architectural elements creates a harmonious blend of old and new, reality and fantasy. As you gaze upon this photograph, taken in the 1930s, imagine the enchanting world that unfolds within the walls of Portmeirion. A world where the past and present converge, where architectural whimsy and historical significance come together to create a truly extraordinary place. Sir Clough Williams-Ellis's vision for Portmeirion continues to captivate visitors from around the world, inspiring awe and wonder, and leaving a lasting impression on all who wander its magical grounds.
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