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Antique Framed Print : Fragments of the once great priory at West Acre, Norfolk, England
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Fragments of the once great priory at West Acre, Norfolk, England
Fragments of the once great priory at West Acre, Norfolk, England, which dates from 1198, scattered in a large area around the village. Date: 12th century
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1198 12th Acre Area Dates Fragments Norfolk Priories Priory Scattered
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 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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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Fragments of the Once Great Priory at West Acre, Norfolk, England: A Journey Through Time This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty and rich history of the ruins of the Priory of the Holy Sepulchre at West Acre, Norfolk, England. Dating back to 1198, this once great priory now lies scattered across a large area surrounding the picturesque village. The Priory of the Holy Sepulchre was established in the late 12th century, during a time when religious institutions held significant power and influence in English society. The priory was home to a community of Canonesses Regular of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre, who dedicated their lives to prayer, penance, and the care of the sick. Over the centuries, the priory flourished, but it was not immune to the ravages of time and the turbulent political climate of medieval England. During the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century, the priory was dissolved, and its buildings were largely demolished. Today, only fragments of the once great priory remain, scattered throughout the landscape. The ruins include the impressive gatehouse, the chapter house, and parts of the cloisters and dormitory. The site is now maintained by English Heritage and is open to visitors, who can explore the ruins and imagine the lives of the Canonesses who once called this place home. The ruins of the Priory of the Holy Sepulchre at West Acre offer a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Norfolk and England as a whole. They serve as a testament to the enduring power of the past and the beauty that can be found in the ruins of a once great institution.
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