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Poster Print : Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
PLAGUE OF LONDON, 1665.
Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Media ID 8867063
1665 Allegory Bubonic Plague Casket Death Epidemic Great Plague Grim Reaper Illness Infection London Lord Medicine Personification Skeleton Victim
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the poignant history of the Great Plague of 1665 with our captivating poster print, "Lord, have mercy on London." This contemporary English woodcut, created by artist 140_1634254 through Granger Art on Demand, transports you back in time as you witness the heartfelt plea for divine intervention during one of the most devastating periods in London's history. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to ignite intriguing conversations and inspire reflection on the resilience of humanity in the face of adversity."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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Lord, have mercy on London
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is a haunting and powerful contemporary English woodcut that captures the devastating impact of the Great Plague of 1665. The image depicts a city in turmoil, with its streets filled with despair and suffering. A skeleton, representing death itself, looms over the scene as a grim reaper, symbolizing the relentless nature of the bubonic plague. The woodcut serves as an allegory for the widespread illness and infection that plagued London during this dark period in history. The casket at the center signifies countless lives lost to this deadly epidemic. It is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and how swiftly it can be taken away. In this artwork, each element personifies different aspects of this catastrophic event - from medicine's futile attempts to combat the disease to innocent victims falling prey to its merciless grip. The artist skillfully captures both fear and helplessness through intricate details that evoke a sense of dread. This woodcut stands as a testament to human resilience in times of adversity while also serving as a cautionary tale about our vulnerability to unforeseen disasters. It reminds us not only of London's tragic past but also highlights our collective responsibility towards public health measures today. Granger Art on Demand presents "Lord, have mercy on London" preserving historical moments like these through their collection for educational purposes rather than commercial use.
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