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Snowy street scene a080314
FRENCH ROW, St Albans, Hertfordshire. A snowy evening in French Row, showing first floor jetties of buildings to the left and small shops to the right. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1955-1965
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Media ID 1378168
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Atmospheric Cold Night Road Snow
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the magical charm of a bygone era with our Fine Art Print of "Snowy street scene a080314" by John Gay from Historic England. This captivating image transports you to the heart of St Albans, Hertfordshire, where the quaint shops and first floor jetties of French Row are illuminated under a blanket of fresh snow. Captured between 1955 and 1965, this exquisite print is a testament to the timeless beauty of the past. Bring this historic moment into your home and let it inspire your imagination.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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A Winter's Tale in St Albans: John Gay's Snowy Scene of French Row Step into a bygone era with this evocative black-and-white photograph of a snow-covered French Row in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Captured by the skilled lens of John Gay between 1955 and 1965, this atmospheric image invites us to experience a moment frozen in time. The scene unfolds on a wintry evening, as the first-floor jetties of the buildings on the left stand proud against the snowy backdrop. Their intricate details, from the ornate brackets to the weathered woodwork, are brought to life by the pristine blanket of snow. The small shops to the right, their windows adorned with festive lights, add a touch of warmth and charm to the otherwise cold and still tableau. The road, barely visible under the snow, leads us deeper into the heart of this historic town. The silence is broken only by the crunch of footsteps and the distant sound of a car engine. The air is thick with the crispness of winter, and the sense of stillness and tranquility is palpable. John Gay's masterful composition invites us to pause and reflect on the simple pleasures of a snowy evening in a quaint English town. This photograph is not just a snapshot of a moment in history, but a testament to the enduring beauty of St Albans and the magic of a winter's tale.
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