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Limehouse church a44_01405
St Johns Church, Halley Street, Limehouse, London. The church from the south showing its damaged roof, with gasometers beyond. The church has since been demolished. Photographed By Herbert Felton 1940-1944. The negative is in poor condition
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Media ID 11566070
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 24.4cm x 18cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a poignant moment in history, showcasing the now-lost Limehouse church in all its Victorian grandeur. Taken between 1940 and 1944 by the talented photographer Herbert Leo Felton, this image reveals St Johns Church on Halley Street, Limehouse, London. The church stands proudly from the south, but its damaged roof serves as a haunting reminder of the devastating impact of the Blitz during World War II. Intriguingly juxtaposed against this architectural gem are towering gasometers that loom ominously in the background. These industrial structures add an intriguing contrast to the serene beauty of the church, emphasizing how urban landscapes can seamlessly blend different elements. Sadly, time has not been kind to this negative; it bears signs of wear and tear due to poor condition. However, despite these imperfections, they only enhance our appreciation for Felton's skillful composition and his ability to capture such a significant historical moment. While we mourn the loss of this magnificent church that once graced Limehouse's skyline, let us also celebrate its memory through photographs like these. They serve as powerful reminders of our shared heritage and remind us never to forget those who endured unimaginable hardships during times of war.
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