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Fine Art Print : Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
PLAGUE OF LONDON, 1665.
Lord, have mercy on London. Contemporary English woodcut on the Great Plague of 1665
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Media ID 8867651
1665 Allegory Bubonic Plague Casket Death Epidemic Great Plague Grim Reaper Illness Infection London Lord Medicine Personification Skeleton Victim
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and historical significance of the past with our Fine Art Print of 'Lord, have mercy on London. Plague of 1665' by 140_1632948 from Granger Art on Demand. This contemporary English woodcut masterpiece captures the devastating impact of the Great Plague of 1665 on London, with an emotional plea for mercy. Bring a piece of history into your home or office, and add depth and character to any space with this evocative and thought-provoking work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.2cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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Lord, have mercy on London
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is a haunting and powerful contemporary English woodcut that depicts the devastating Great Plague of 1665. The image portrays a city consumed by fear and despair as the bubonic plague ravages its streets. A skeletal figure, personifying death itself, looms over the scene, symbolizing the grim reaper's relentless pursuit of victims. The woodcut captures the essence of this catastrophic epidemic through its allegorical elements. The casket in the foreground represents countless lives lost to illness, while symbols of medicine and infection highlight humanity's struggle against an invisible enemy. Each detail serves as a poignant reminder of both individual suffering and collective tragedy during this dark period in history. The artist skillfully employs their craft to convey not only historical accuracy but also emotional depth. The intricate details in this print evoke a sense of unease and foreboding, drawing viewers into an eerie world where death lurks at every corner. As we gaze upon this woodcut today, it serves as a somber reminder of our shared vulnerability in the face of pandemics throughout time. It prompts us to reflect on our own mortality while urging us to appreciate life's fragility. "Lord, have mercy on London" stands as a testament to human resilience amidst unimaginable hardship—a timeless work that continues to resonate with audiences centuries later.
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