Fine Art Print : Verdigris on 1914-1918 war memorial. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Verdigris on 1914-1918 war memorial. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4513
Verdigris on 1914-1918 war memorial
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Media ID 8145795
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Memorial Memorials Monument Monuments Sculpture Sculptures South Africa Statue Statues Weathering Copper Oxide
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
Time's Artistry - A Monumental Dance of Nature and History
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by the talented Alan Weaving, we witness a mesmerizing display of nature's artistic prowess on a war memorial in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The statue stands tall and proud, bearing witness to the trials and tribulations endured during the tumultuous years of 1914-1918. But what truly steals the show is Mother Nature herself. With her brush dipped in copper oxide verdigris, she has gracefully painted intricate patterns upon this solemn monument. Like an ancient sculptor at work, she delicately weaves her magic across its surface with weathering hands. The result? A breathtaking tapestry that tells tales of resilience and sacrifice etched into every crevice. As if whispering secrets from times long gone, these vibrant hues remind us that even amidst chaos and destruction, beauty can emerge unscathed. This photograph serves as a gentle reminder that history lives on through artful monuments like these—silent witnesses to our past struggles and triumphs. It also celebrates the harmonious dance between man-made structures and nature's relentless touch. So next time you stumble upon such wonders while exploring our vast African landscapes or any other corner of the world for that matter—take a moment to appreciate how time transforms mere statues into living testaments of endurance.
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