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Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey, Essex, England, founded in 1030. The present ruins, built by King Harold Godwinson, date from 1060. He was buried here after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Date: 11th century
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1030 1066 11th Abbeys Buried Date Essex Founded Godwinson Harold Hastings Present Saxon Waltham 1060
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Waltham Abbey Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of medieval England. Founded in 1030, Waltham Abbey in Essex is a historic gem, with the present ruins dating back to 1060. King Harold Godwinson, who was buried here after the Battle of Hastings in 1066, adds to its rich history. Bring the beauty and intrigue of this 11th-century abbey into your home or office with our high-quality poster print. A perfect addition to any space for history enthusiasts or those who appreciate the charm of the past."
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 53.4cm x 42cm (21" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Waltham Abbey: A Glimpse into the Past of Essex, England This evocative image transports us back to the 11th century, to the hallowed grounds of Waltham Abbey in Essex, England. Founded in 1030 by King Aethelred II, this historic abbey holds a rich and intriguing past. The present ruins, which date from 1060, were built by King Harold Godwinson, who would later be crowned England's last Anglo-Saxon king in 1066. Harold is perhaps best known for his tragic end at the Battle of Hastings, where he was defeated by William the Conqueror. After his death, Harold was buried in the abbey, making it a significant site in English history. The abbey's Saxon church, with its distinctive round arches and intricate stonework, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the time. The ruins of Waltham Abbey offer a glimpse into a bygone era, a time of kings and battles, of faith and devotion. The abbey's history is intertwined with that of England itself, and a visit to this hallowed site is a journey through the annals of time. The present-day abbey, though in ruins, continues to draw visitors from around the world, who come to pay their respects to the past and to marvel at the beauty and history that lies within its ancient walls.
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