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Highgate Cemetery a073599
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Swains Lane, Highgate, Hampstead, London. The ivy covered face of a statue on a tomb in the West Cemetery. Photographed by John Gay during the early 1980s
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Cemetery Foliage Grave Yard Sculpture Statue
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.6cm x 59.9cm (23.5" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Highgate Cemetery: A Living Testament to Time and Nature's Embrace Highgate Cemetery, located in Swains Lane, Hampstead, London, is a unique and enchanting place where history and nature intertwine. This evocative photograph, taken by John Gay during the early 1980s, captures the essence of this historic burial ground. The image showcases the ivy-covered face of a statue on a tomb in the West Cemetery, a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the enduring beauty of nature. The cemetery, established in 1839, is a masterpiece of Victorian garden cemeteries, a trend that emerged in response to overcrowded churchyards and a growing interest in individualism and personal expression in death. Highgate Cemetery is a testament to this movement, with its winding paths, grand mausoleums, and intricately designed tombs. The statue in this photograph, with its foliage-covered visage, exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between the natural world and the human-made structures within the cemetery. The ivy, a symbol of growth and renewal, has claimed this statue as its own, transforming it into a living work of art. This image invites us to reflect on the cycle of life, death, and rebirth, and the beauty that can be found in the most unexpected places. John Gay's photograph of Highgate Cemetery is a captivating glimpse into the past, a reminder of the rich history and natural beauty that can be found within the walls of this unique and fascinating place.
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