Photographic 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
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the enchanting beauty of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, with this exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Seagull Monument on Temple Square. This captivating image, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the tranquil ambiance of the area, with the majestic seagull perched atop the monument against the backdrop of the magnificent Temple Block. Bring a piece of this stunning scene into your home or office and elevate your decor with the timeless allure of this breathtaking print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 30.4cm (7.1" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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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