Cushion : The Burning of the Alexandra Palace, 1873
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The Burning of the Alexandra Palace, 1873
Engraving showing the view inside the Alexandra Palace, Muswell Hill, as the Grand Organ and orchestra was destroyed by fire, June 1873
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1873 Alexandra Burning Destroyed Muswell Orchestra Organ
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting engraving captures the devastating scene inside the Alexandra Palace during the tragic fire of June 1873. The detailed depiction shows the Grand Organ and orchestra engulfed in flames, a stark reminder of the destruction that swept through this historic building on that fateful day.
The Alexandra Palace, perched atop Muswell Hill, was once a grand symbol of Victorian opulence and entertainment. However, on that summer evening in 1873, it became a harrowing inferno as fire tore through its halls and rooms. This print offers a glimpse into the chaos and devastation that ensued as one of London's most beloved landmarks was consumed by flames.
The intricate details captured in this engraving transport viewers back to that moment in history when smoke billowed from every corner of the palace and flames licked at its ornate architecture. The loss of the Grand Organ and orchestra is particularly poignant, serving as a somber reminder of all that was lost in this catastrophic event.
As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of both the fragility of our architectural treasures and the resilience required to rebuild after such tragedy. The burning of the Alexandra Palace may be a distant memory now, but thanks to prints like these, its legacy will never be forgotten.
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