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Kings Norton Church, Leicestershire, Struck by Lightning (engraving)
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Kings Norton Church, Leicestershire, Struck by Lightning (engraving)
1612158 Kings Norton Church, Leicestershire, Struck by Lightning (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings Norton Church, Leicestershire, Struck by Lightning. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 May 1850.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23003050
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This engraving from the 19th century showcases the dramatic moment when Kings Norton Church in Leicestershire was struck by lightning. The detailed artwork, created by an English School artist, captures the sheer power and intensity of nature's fury. The image transports us back to May 18,1850, when this striking event made headlines in The Illustrated London News. As we gaze upon the print, we can almost hear the crackling thunder and feel the electric charge that must have coursed through the air on that fateful day. Kings Norton Church stands tall amidst a darkened sky illuminated by forked lightning bolts. Its architectural beauty is juxtaposed against nature's raw force, reminding us of our vulnerability in the face of such elemental power. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this engraving also invites contemplation about meteorology and scientific methods employed during that era. It serves as a testament to mankind's ongoing quest to understand weather patterns and predict atmospheric phenomena. As we admire this historic artwork from Bridgeman Images' private collection, let us appreciate both its artistic merit and its role in documenting an extraordinary natural occurrence. This print reminds us of how art can capture fleeting moments forever while simultaneously shedding light on scientific endeavors undertaken centuries ago.
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