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Painswick Clipping 1902
Painswick Clipping - the churchyard in Gloucestershire, with neatly-trimmed yews. Date: 1902
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Media ID 20140451
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless charm of history into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece features the enchanting image of Painswick Clipping 1902 from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the meticulously trimmed yews in the quaint churchyard of Gloucestershire, captured in a moment in time over a century ago. Our high-quality canvas prints are not only a stunning addition to any room, but they also offer a durable and long-lasting way to preserve the beauty of the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 evocative photograph captures the unique and intriguing custom of Painswick Clipping, which has been practiced in the picturesque churchyard of St. Mary's Parish Church in Painswick, Gloucestershire, England since the Middle Ages. The image, dated 1902, shows the meticulously trimmed yew trees that line the churchyard, their neatly clipped hedges forming intricate patterns and shapes. The custom of clipping the yew trees in Painswick's churchyard is believed to have originated as a way to remember the dead, with each clip representing a soul. The tradition is said to date back to the 15th century, and the yew trees were believed to have healing properties, making the churchyard a place of pilgrimage for those seeking cures. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when such traditions held great significance in the daily lives of people. The churchyard, with its neatly clipped yews, presents a striking contrast to the wild and untamed beauty of the surrounding countryside. The grave markers and headstones, some dating back centuries, add to the solemn and reflective atmosphere of the place. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the customs and traditions of Britain during the early 1900s, a time of great social and cultural change. The image serves as a reminder of the rich history and heritage of the country and the unique practices that continue to shape its identity.
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