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Herstmonceux Castle The Royal Greenwich Observatory - the RGO - took possession of
Herstmonceux Castle
The Royal Greenwich Observatory - the RGO - took possession of Herstmonceux Castle in 1948, when it moved from Greenwich in southeast London and converted the house and its grounds towards the study of the night sky. Our Picture Shows the interior of one of the telescopic domes. July 1952 C3464-009
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Herstmonceaux
East Sussex
England
Media ID 21246485
© Mirrorpix
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of Herstmonceux Castle with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Originally the home of the Boleyn family, this medieval masterpiece was later acquired by the Royal Greenwich Observatory (RGO) in 1948. This print, sourced from Mirrorpix, captures the timeless beauty and grandeur of the castle, transporting you back in time. Ideal for enhancing any space with a touch of history and elegance.
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.
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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.
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This print takes us back to the 1950s, showcasing the magnificent Herstmonceux Castle in all its glory. Once a grand residence, this historic castle found a new purpose when it became home to The Royal Greenwich Observatory (RGO) in 1948. The RGO relocated from its original site in Greenwich, London, and transformed the castle and its sprawling grounds into a hub for studying the wonders of the night sky. In this particular image, we are granted access to an enchanting interior scene within one of the telescope domes. Bathed in soft light, we can almost feel the hushed excitement that must have filled this space as astronomers delved into their celestial explorations. With cutting-edge telescopes at their disposal, these dedicated scientists sought answers to age-old questions about our universe. The photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable curiosity and relentless pursuit of knowledge. It transports us back to an era where scientific progress was made through meticulous observation and analysis rather than advanced technology. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Memory Lane Prints, let us appreciate both the architectural beauty of Herstmonceux Castle and the intellectual endeavors that unfolded within its walls during those transformative years for astronomy.
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