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Antique Framed Print : Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
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Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
Camden, London. A view of the bombed remains of the church of St John the Evangelist in Red Lion Square. It was consecrated in 1878 but was damaged by the blitz in 1941 and was later demolished. Photographed by Herbert Felton
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Media ID 1752219
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Blitz Church Destruction War Time Ww 2
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.4cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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 haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of World War II on a once majestic church in Camden, London. The image showcases the bombed remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square, a solemn reminder of the destructive power unleashed during the blitz. Consecrated in 1878, this architectural gem stood as a testament to faith and community for over six decades until tragedy struck on that fateful night in 1941. The relentless bombardment reduced its grandeur to rubble, leaving behind only remnants of what was once a place of worship and solace. Photographer Herbert Felton skillfully frames this poignant scene, capturing not only the destruction but also the resilience embodied by an old car parked amidst the ruins. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful symbol of endurance amidst chaos and reminds us that life continues even amid devastation. Although St John's would eventually succumb to demolition due to irreparable damage, this photograph immortalizes its memory. It stands as a testament to both human fragility and strength—a visual representation of how war can shatter even our most sacred spaces while simultaneously revealing our capacity for hope and rebuilding. Herbert Felton's lens has preserved history within these frames—history that reminds us never to forget those who suffered during wartime or take peace for granted.
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