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Poster Print : The Burghers of Calais
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The Burghers of Calais
Statuary group sculpted by Auguste Rodin and sited in Victoria Gardens, Westminster. IoE 207427
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 425230
© Les Kerry Source: Images of England
Listed Sculpture Auguste Rodin Pedestal
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "The Burghers of Calais" by Les Kerry from Historic England. This iconic masterpiece, inspired by Auguste Rodin's world-renowned sculpture group, graces Victoria Gardens in Westminster, London (IoE 207427). Our high-quality poster prints capture the intricate details and expressive forms of this historic artwork, allowing you to bring the beauty of this historic site into your home or office. Experience the timeless allure of "The Burghers of Calais" with our vibrant and detailed poster prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" 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 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 print showcases the iconic sculpture group known as "The Burghers of Calais" by Auguste Rodin. The bronze masterpiece, located in Victoria Gardens, Westminster, stands tall and proud on its listed pedestal. Les Kerry's skilled photography captures the intricate details and emotional depth of this renowned artwork. "The Burghers of Calais" depicts six prominent citizens from the French town of Calais who volunteered to sacrifice themselves during the Hundred Years' War. Their selfless act aimed to save their fellow townspeople from King Edward III's wrath. Rodin masterfully sculpted each figure with a profound sense of anguish and determination, capturing their individual struggles and collective bravery. In this photograph, Les Kerry expertly frames the sculpture group against a backdrop that highlights both its grandeur and vulnerability. The play between light and shadow accentuates every contour and texture, revealing Rodin's exceptional craftsmanship. As viewers gaze upon this image, they are transported into a moment frozen in time - a powerful testament to human resilience in the face of adversity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil, acts of courage can inspire generations to come. Les Kerry's photographic tribute immortalizes "The Burghers of Calais" preserving its significance for future admirers worldwide.
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