Framed Print : Salt Lake City - Utah, USA - Seagull Monument, Temple Block
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Salt Lake City - Utah, USA - Seagull Monument, Temple Block
The Seagull Monument - a small monument situated immediately in front of the Salt Lake Assembly Hall on Temple Square, in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. The Monument commemorates what some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) call the Miracle of the Gulls. According to Mormon folklore, seagulls miraculously saved the 1848 crops by eating thousands of insects that were devouring their fields. The California gull is the now also the state bird of Utah. Date: 1920s
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Media ID 11557105
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1848 Block California Christ Commemorates Commemorating Crops Gulls Harvest Jesus Miracle Mormon Mormonism Mormons Saints Salt Saved Seagull Seagulls Utah
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Seagull Monument in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. This exquisite piece of art, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of Temple Square with its tranquil seagull perched atop the monument. Bring a touch of American heritage and serenity into your home or office with this rights managed print. The high-quality frame complements the image perfectly, enhancing its beauty and making it a standout addition to any decor. Order now and experience the timeless charm of Salt Lake City right in your space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.5cm x 39.6cm (9.3" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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
1. Title: The Seagull Monument: Commemorating the Miraculous Intervention of Seagulls in Salt Lake City's Early History 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the timeless beauty of Salt Lake City's Temple Block, with the iconic Seagull Monument taking center stage. Situated immediately in front of the Salt Lake Assembly Hall on Temple Square, this small yet significant monument commemorates an intriguing episode in Utah's history. 3. Background: The Mormon community, also known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), holds a deep reverence for this event, which they call the "Miracle of the Gulls." According to Mormon folklore, during the summer of 1848, the fledgling settlement of Salt Lake City was facing a dire crisis. Thousands of insects were devouring their crops, threatening the survival of the community. 4. The Miraculous Intervention: In response to their prayers for divine intervention, seagulls, believed to be California gulls, appeared in the area and began feeding on the insects, saving the crops from destruction. The California gull was later adopted as the state bird of Utah in 1953, in recognition of this remarkable event. 5. Historical Significance: This photograph, taken in the 1920s, serves as a poignant reminder of the deep connection between the natural world, faith, and the history of Salt Lake City and its people. The Seagull Monument stands as a testament to the enduring power of community spirit and the belief in the miraculous.
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