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Antique Framed Print : St. Andrews Church, Hempstead, Essex - The Fallen Tower
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St. Andrews Church, Hempstead, Essex - The Fallen Tower
circa 1910s
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Media ID 20613929
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1882 1931 Andrews Collapse Collapsed Essex Fallen Hempstead
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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 23.2cm x 37.1cm (9.1" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
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St. Andrew's Church, Hempstead, Essex: A Somber Remembrance of The Fallen Tower (circa 1910s) This evocative photograph captures the haunting image of St. Andrew's Church in Hempstead, Essex, following the collapse of its tower in the early 1930s. The church, which dates back to 1882, once stood proudly as a spiritual and community hub for the residents of this quaint English village. The tower's sudden downfall in 1931 came as a shock to the local population, leaving them in a state of disbelief and sadness. The cause of the collapse remains unclear, but the event undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the community. In this photograph, taken in the 1910s, the church tower stands tall and majestic, a testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of those who built it. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the transience of human creations and the inexorable passage of time. The fallen tower, now a mere ruin, lies in the foreground, a stark contrast to the once-imposing structure. The image evokes a sense of melancholy and loss, as the community grappled with the reality of their beloved church's destruction. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to reflect on the history and significance of St. Andrew's Church in Hempstead, Essex. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving our historical and cultural heritage, even in the face of adversity.
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