Greetings Card : Handel Crystal Palace
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Handel Crystal Palace
A Festival of Handels music at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, London. Date: 1859
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Media ID 14261467
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1859 Crystal Festival Handel Performances Sydenham
Greetings Card (A5)
Step into the enchanting world of Baroque music with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image "Handel Crystal Palace" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards transport you back to the grandeur of a Festival of Handel's music at the Crystal Palace in Sydenham, London, in 1859. Each card is a beautiful work of art, perfect for expressing your musical appreciation or celebrating a special occasion. Add a touch of history and culture to your correspondence with our Handel Crystal Palace greeting cards.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of a historic musical event held at the Crystal Palace in Sydenham, London, in the year 1859. The Crystal Palace, an iconic architectural marvel of its time, served as the grand backdrop for a Festival of Handel's music. The image presents a vibrant scene of the public in high spirits, gathered together to celebrate the music of the renowned German composer, George Frideric Handel. Handel, who lived from 1685 to 1759, was a leading figure in the Baroque music era. His compositions, which included oratorios, anthems, and concertos, were celebrated for their beauty, complexity, and emotional depth. The Festival at the Crystal Palace was an opportunity for the people of London to come together and enjoy these masterpieces in a communal setting. The photograph shows the audience seated on the grassy hillside, their faces upturned towards the stage. The performers, dressed in formal attire, can be seen on the platform, poised to deliver a stunning musical performance. The Crystal Palace, with its glass and cast iron structure, gleams in the sunlight, adding an air of grandeur to the scene. This photograph is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and create a sense of community. It also offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the rich cultural history of England during the Victorian era. The Festival of Handel's music at the Crystal Palace remains an important chapter in the annals of musical history, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of that legacy.
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