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Longthorpe Tower Wall Painting J880242
LONGTHORPE TOWER, Cambridgeshire. Wall painting of the Wheel of the Five Senses - a monkey, vulture, spiders web, boar & cock
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 485313
© Historic England
Detail Medieval Paintings Wall
7"x5" Glass Mount
Wall mounted or free-standing, these black edged glass frames feature a smooth chamfered edge and a stylish black border (on back face of the glass). Manufactured from 4mm thick glass, Glass Mounts are a durable, professional way of displaying and protecting your prints. Your 7x5 print is slotted into the back of the frame so can easily be changed if needed.
Tempered Glass Mounts are ideal for wall display, plus the smaller sizes can also be used free-standing via an integral stand
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 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.
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1. Title: A Medieval Feast for the Senses: Longthorpe Tower's Wheel of Five Senses Mural Longthorpe Tower, a 13th-century fortified manor house nestled in the picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside, boasts an intriguing collection of medieval wall paintings. Among these treasures is the captivating Wheel of the Five Senses mural, depicted in the photograph Longthorpe Tower Wall Painting J880242. This exquisite artwork, preserved by Historic England, invites us on a journey through the sensory experiences of the medieval world. The Wheel of the Five Senses mural is a vibrant and intricate composition, featuring five distinct symbols representing the five primary senses: touch, taste, sight, smell, and hearing. The monkey, with its dexterous hands, represents the sense of touch. The vulture, with its keen eyesight, symbolizes sight. The spider's web, a subtle reminder of the intricacies of the world around us, represents touch and the sense of touch's connection to the physical world. The boar's snout, a nod to the animal's acute sense of smell, represents the sense of smell. Lastly, the cockerel, with its distinctive crow, represents the sense of hearing. The mural's rich colors and intricate details are a testament to the artistic skill and creativity of the medieval artists who crafted it. The use of naturalistic imagery and symbolic representation is a common motif in medieval art, reflecting the deep connection between the natural world and human experience. Longthorpe Tower's Wheel of the Five Senses mural is not only a fascinating glimpse into the medieval world but also a reminder of the enduring power of art to engage and inspire us. This photograph, captured by Historic England, offers a unique opportunity to explore the intricacies of this artwork and to appreciate the artistic and historical significance of Longthorpe Tower.
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