Premium Framed Print > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Somerset > Portishead and North Weston
Premium Framed Print : Birnbeck Pier DP218547
Framed Photos From Historic England
Birnbeck Pier DP218547
Birnbeck Pier, Birnbeck Island, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. General view of the derelict pier shrouded in mist at low tide, from the east, 2018
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23749316
© Historic England Archive
Coast Coastal Derelict Pier Seaside
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Historic England
> The way we were
> Leisure
> Seaside
> Piers
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Somerset
> Portishead and North Weston
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Somerset
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Somerset
> Weston super Mare
> Popular Themes
> North Island
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Steven Baker captures the haunting beauty of Birnbeck Pier, located on Birnbeck Island in Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. The image showcases a general view of this once majestic pier, now left to decay and shrouded in mist at low tide. As the fog rolls in from the east, it adds an ethereal quality to the scene, enhancing its mysterious allure. The derelict state of Birnbeck Pier is evident through every detail captured by Baker's lens. Its weathered structure stands as a testament to time and neglect, yet still retains hints of its former grandeur. This photograph transports viewers to a forgotten era when bustling crowds would have strolled along its wooden planks, enjoying panoramic views of the coast. The coastal setting further enhances the melancholic atmosphere portrayed in this image. The crashing waves against jagged rocks serve as a stark contrast to the deteriorating pier standing silently amidst nature's elements. It is a poignant reminder that even man-made structures are subject to nature's relentless power. Baker's masterful composition skillfully highlights both the desolation and enduring charm found within this decaying seaside relic. Through his lens, we can almost hear echoes from days gone by and imagine what stories this pier could tell if only it could speak. In preserving moments like these through photography, Historic England allows us glimpses into our past while also prompting reflection on our responsibility towards architectural heritage preservation for future generations to cherish and learn from.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
