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Meare Fish House J980165
MEARE FISH HOUSE, Somerset. The only surviving monastic fishery building in England. It housed the Abbot of Glastonburys water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying. General exterior view with gate in the foreground
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Media ID 1083423
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history of Meare Fish House with our stunning poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from the Historic England Photo Library (J980165), showcases the only surviving monastic fishery building in England. Once home to the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff, this remarkable structure provided essential facilities for fish-salting and drying. Bring the history of Meare Fish House into your home or office with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Transport yourself back in time with this beautiful, evocative image.
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 51.5cm x 42cm (20.3" x 16.5")
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 remarkable Meare Fish House, a true gem of Somerset's rich history. As the sole surviving monastic fishery building in England, it stands as a testament to the region's medieval past and offers us a glimpse into its rural charm. Nestled amidst an idyllic countryside landscape, this enchanting structure served as both the residence for Glastonbury Abbey's water bailiff and a hub for fish-salting and drying activities. Its historical significance cannot be overstated, as it provides invaluable insights into the lives of those who once inhabited these lands. The image captures a general exterior view of Meare Fish House, with an inviting gate standing prominently in the foreground. The gate seems to beckon visitors to step back in time and explore this architectural marvel firsthand. Through this photograph by Historic England Photo Library, we are transported to an era long gone but not forgotten. It is a reminder that even within our modern world, echoes of our ancestors' endeavors can still be found if we take the time to seek them out. Let this image serve as an invitation for all history enthusiasts and lovers of tranquil landscapes alike to immerse themselves in Somerset's fascinating heritage. Step through that gate and embark on a journey through time at Meare Fish House – where stories from centuries past come alive before your very eyes.
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