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The Great Fire, 1666 (coloured engraving)
GHL27717 The Great Fire, 1666 (coloured engraving) by Doornik, Marcus Willemsz (17th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23344646
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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.
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This coloured engraving, titled "The Great Fire, 1666" takes us back to the bustling streets of 17th century London. Created by the talented Dutch artist Marcus Willemsz Doornik, this print showcases the devastating event that forever changed the city's landscape. In vivid detail, we witness the chaos and destruction caused by the infamous fire that raged through London for four long days. The flames leap from building to building, engulfing everything in their path with an eerie glow. Smoke billows into the sky, casting a dark shadow over what was once a thriving metropolis. Despite its somber subject matter, there is an undeniable beauty in Doornik's depiction of this historical event. The vibrant colours bring life to each element of the scene – from the intricate architecture of buildings reduced to ashes to the brave individuals desperately trying to salvage what they can. "The Great Fire, 1666" serves as a powerful reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability. It immortalizes a moment in time when London faced unimaginable devastation but ultimately emerged stronger than ever before. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry brought to us by Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, let us reflect on our own capacity for rebuilding and renewal in times of adversity. May it inspire us to appreciate our cities' rich histories while also reminding us never to underestimate their fragility.
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