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Premium Framed Print : Love bench DP234912
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Love bench DP234912
St James Gardens, Hope Street, Liverpool. Detail of a bench in former cemetery, with spray-painted graffiti reading LOVE
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24794853
© Historic England Archive
Cemetery Furniture Public Park Graffiti Gravestones
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" 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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Love bench DP234912" by Alun Bull captures a unique juxtaposition of history and modern expression. Located in St James Gardens, Hope Street, Liverpool, the image showcases a detailed view of a weathered bench nestled within what was once a cemetery. The worn gravestones surrounding the bench serve as poignant reminders of the past lives that were laid to rest here. What truly sets this photograph apart is the vibrant spray-painted graffiti that adorns the bench. In bold letters, it spells out one simple yet powerful word: LOVE. This unexpected burst of color against the backdrop of faded tombstones creates an intriguing contrast between old and new, tradition and rebellion. The presence of public seating amidst such solemn surroundings invites contemplation on themes like life's transience and love's enduring nature. It prompts us to reflect upon how even in places touched by loss and remembrance, love can find its way through artful expressions. Alun Bull skillfully captures this thought-provoking scene with his keen eye for detail and composition. Through his lens, we are transported into St James Gardens where history intertwines with contemporary urban culture. This print serves as both an artistic statement and a reminder that beauty can be found in unexpected places. It encourages viewers to appreciate our shared spaces as canvases for self-expression while honoring their historical significance.
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