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Orpheus a51_06174
Festival of Britain 1951, Lambeth, London. The sculpture of Orpheus by Heinz Henghes at the entrance to the Downstream section of the South Bank Exhibition site. Photographed by M W Parry
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Media ID 11475877
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27x27 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the past with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "Orpheus a51_06174" by M W Parry. This iconic black-and-white photograph captures the enchanting sculpture of Orpheus by Heinz Henghes, which graced the entrance to the Downstream section of the South Bank Exhibition site during the Festival of Britain in 1951. Set against the backdrop of Lambeth, London, this timeless image is a testament to the rich history and artistic innovation of the era. Bring the magic of this iconic moment into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and depth to any space.
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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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.
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This print captures a moment frozen in time during the Festival of Britain in 1951, held in Lambeth, London. The focal point of this image is the magnificent sculpture of Orpheus by Heinz Henghes, proudly standing at the entrance to the Downstream section of the South Bank Exhibition site. Meticulously photographed by M W Parry, this archival masterpiece transports us back to an era filled with artistic grandeur and cultural celebration. The sculpture itself exudes a sense of enchantment and mystery as it pays homage to Greek mythology's legendary musician and poet, Orpheus. With his lyre in hand and eyes gazing into eternity, Orpheus seems poised to serenade visitors entering this remarkable exhibition space. As we delve deeper into this photograph's narrative, we are reminded of the significance behind such events as the Festival of Britain. It was a time when post-war Britain sought solace through creativity and innovation; a testament to resilience amidst adversity. M W Parry's expert lens captures not only the beauty of Heinz Henghes' sculptural masterpiece but also immortalizes an important chapter in British history. This print serves as a visual reminder that art has always played a pivotal role in shaping society and providing hope for brighter days ahead. In preserving this historic moment through photography, we are granted access to relive an extraordinary period where culture thrived against all odds – reminding us that even amidst challenges, human creativity knows no bounds.
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