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Poster Print : Devils Quoit CC72_02480
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Devils Quoit CC72_02480
The Devils Quoit, Stanton Harcourt, Oxfordshire. Henry Taunt stands by the Devils Quoit no 1 showing the scale of this massive standing stone. Alas, it and its fellows are no longer standing, the victims in 1940 of the wartime need for an aerodrome on the site
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Media ID 12422366
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Folklore Prehistoric Standing Stone
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Devils Quoit CC72_02480 poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic photograph by Henry Taunt from Historic England. This breathtaking image transports you to the enigmatic landscape of Stanton Harcourt in Oxfordshire, where the colossal standing stone known as Devils Quoit stands proudly. Henry Taunt's composition not only showcases the majesty of this prehistoric monument but also provides an intriguing glimpse into the past, as the photographer himself is positioned beside the stone, offering a sense of scale and connection to its history. Bring the mystique of Devils Quoit into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 77.8cm x 59.4cm (30.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the mysterious and enigmatic atmosphere of the Devils Quoit, a once proud prehistoric standing stone located in Stanton Harcourt, Oxfordshire. The image, taken by Henry Taunt, showcases Taunt standing next to Quoit No. 1, providing a sense of scale to the immense size of this ancient monument. The Devils Quoit, a collection of five large standing stones, was a significant landmark in the area for centuries, shrouded in local folklore and intrigue. However, the tranquility and serenity depicted in this photograph are a stark contrast to the events that unfolded in 1940. The wartime need for an aerodrome led to the unfortunate destruction of the Devils Quoit and its companions. The once proud stones, which had stood the test of time for thousands of years, were no match for the relentless progress of modernization. The Devils Quoit, also known as the Stanton Harcourt Stones, is believed to date back to the Neolithic or Bronze Age. Its exact purpose remains a mystery, with theories suggesting it may have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes. The stones were also believed to possess magical properties and were the subject of numerous local legends. Despite their destruction, the memory of the Devils Quoit lives on, preserved in photographs like this one, and in the stories and folklore of the local community. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, a testament to the transient nature of human history, and a call to appreciate and protect the ancient monuments that still stand among us.
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