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Fine Art Print : Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
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Bomb damaged church, Camden, London a44_00304
Camden, London. A view of the bombed remains of the church of St John the Evangelist in Red Lion Square. It was consecrated in 1878 but was damaged by the blitz in 1941 and was later demolished. Photographed by Herbert Felton
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Media ID 1752219
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Blitz Church Destruction War Time Ww 2
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Bomb Damaged Church, Camden, London by renowned photographer Herbert Felton from Historic England. This evocative image captures the poignant remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square, damaged during the Blitz in 1941. A poignant reminder of London's past, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Experience the rich storytelling of this iconic photograph, now available as a stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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 36.2cm (20" x 14.3")
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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This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of World War II on a once majestic church in Camden, London. The image showcases the bombed remains of St John the Evangelist Church in Red Lion Square, a solemn reminder of the destructive power unleashed during the blitz. Consecrated in 1878, this architectural gem stood as a testament to faith and community for over six decades until tragedy struck on that fateful night in 1941. The relentless bombardment reduced its grandeur to rubble, leaving behind only remnants of what was once a place of worship and solace. Photographer Herbert Felton skillfully frames this poignant scene, capturing not only the destruction but also the resilience embodied by an old car parked amidst the ruins. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful symbol of endurance amidst chaos and reminds us that life continues even amid devastation. Although St John's would eventually succumb to demolition due to irreparable damage, this photograph immortalizes its memory. It stands as a testament to both human fragility and strength—a visual representation of how war can shatter even our most sacred spaces while simultaneously revealing our capacity for hope and rebuilding. Herbert Felton's lens has preserved history within these frames—history that reminds us never to forget those who suffered during wartime or take peace for granted.
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