Premium Framed Print : Henry Wood / Valkyrie 1908
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Henry Wood / Valkyrie 1908
SIR HENRY JOSEPH WOOD English musician conducting Wagners Ride of the Valkyries in 1908
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Media ID 615241
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1869 1944 Baton Concert Conducting Musician Rostrum Valkyrie
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 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures Sir Henry Joseph Wood, the renowned English musician, in the midst of conducting Richard Wagner's iconic composition, "Ride of the Valkyries," during a concert in 1908. The image, taken from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the rich history of classical music and the evolution of conducting techniques. Born in 1869, Wood was a pioneering figure in the British music scene, known for his innovative programming and advocacy of contemporary music. In this photograph, he stands confidently on the rostrum, baton poised in his right hand, ready to lead the orchestra through the thrilling and dramatic piece. The wood-paneled concert hall, filled with an attentive audience, sets the stage for an unforgettable musical experience. The "Ride of the Valkyries," originally composed for the opera "Die Walküre," is one of Wagner's most famous works. Its powerful and iconic theme has been featured in various forms of media, most notably in the film "Apocalypse Now" (1979), where it is used to haunting effect. Wood's interpretation of this masterpiece in 1908 would have been a pivotal moment in the musical lives of those in attendance. This photograph serves as a reminder of the enduring power of music and the important role conductors play in bringing compositions to life. Sir Henry Joseph Wood's legacy as a trailblazer in the world of classical music continues to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers.
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