Mounted Print : Scene in an art gallery, England
Mounted Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Scene in an art gallery, England
Silhouetted figures in an art gallery, England.
circa 1970
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14394518
© The Japics Historic Photography Collection/Mary Evans
1970 Arts Cacti Cactus Figures Gallery Guns Silhouetted Visitor Visual
14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
Step into the world of art history with our exquisite Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image from The Japics Historic Photography Collection/Mary Evans. Transport yourself to an English art gallery circa 1970, where the soft play of light filters through the room, casting silhouettes of visitors as they admire the masterpieces on display. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium quality paper and mounted on a sturdy backing, ensuring a stunning presentation that adds an air of sophistication to any space. Elevate your home or office décor with this timeless and thought-provoking piece, and let the beauty of art transport you.
Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.1cm x 25.4cm (11.5" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 30.5cm (14" x 12")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from The Japics Historic Photography Collection, taken circa 1970, we are transported to an art gallery in England, where the atmosphere is thick with the quiet contemplation and wonder that often accompanies a visit to such a place. The silhouetted figures of men, their backs to the camera, are deeply engaged with the artworks that surround them. Their intent gazes are fixed on the intricacies of the visual masterpieces, their bodies leaning in for a closer look. The gallery itself is a feast for the senses. The muted light casts an ethereal glow over the room, illuminating the textures and shapes of the sculptures and statues that populate the space. Among these artistic creations, a cactus or two can be spotted, their prickly forms a stark contrast to the smooth, polished surfaces of the other works. The presence of guns and guns in the gallery adds an unexpected element to the scene. These objects, traditionally associated with power and violence, seem out of place amidst the delicate beauty of the art. Yet, they serve as a reminder that even in the most refined of settings, the complexities and contradictions of the human experience are never far removed. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era when the simple act of visiting an art gallery was a profound and transformative experience. It invites us to reflect on the power of art to inspire, challenge, and provoke, and to appreciate the rich tapestry of human history that surrounds us.
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