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Framed Print : Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057617
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Unveiling St Michael and the devil JLP01_08_057617
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. A group of people attending the unveiling ceremony of the statue St Michael and the Devil by sculptor Jacob Epstein at Coventry Cathedral.
The statue of the Archangel Michael overcoming the Devil was the last sculpture Sir Jacob Epstein created before he died in 1959. The statue overlooks the steps leading up to the entrance of Coventry Cathedral.
The man at the centre of the group, walking with two women, is believed to be Sir William Kirby Laing (1916-2009)
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23993676
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Building Site Cathedral Ceremony Construction People
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Experience the historic moment of Coventry Cathedral's St Michael and the Devil statue unveiling, as captured in this captivating framed print from Media Storehouse. This exclusive image, copyrighted by Historic England Archive and taken by Joh, showcases the crowd gathered in anticipation as they witness the reveal of sculptor Jacob Epstein's masterpiece. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with this beautifully framed print, a unique addition to any space.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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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This print captures a momentous occasion at Coventry Cathedral in the 1960s. A group of individuals gathers to witness the grand unveiling ceremony of the magnificent sculpture, "St Michael and the Devil" created by renowned sculptor Jacob Epstein. The statue itself is a powerful representation of Archangel Michael triumphing over evil, serving as a symbolic guardian for all who enter through the cathedral's entrance steps. It stands tall, overlooking its surroundings with an air of strength and determination. At the heart of this gathering stands a distinguished man, flanked by two women. Believed to be Sir William Kirby Laing, his presence adds an aura of importance to this historic event. As he walks alongside these women, one can only imagine the conversations buzzing around them - discussions about artistry, spirituality, and perhaps even admiration for Epstein's final masterpiece before his passing in 1959. This photograph not only captures a significant moment in time but also serves as a testament to human creativity and resilience amidst construction sites and building projects. It reminds us that even within chaos and destruction, beauty can emerge – just like St Michael overcoming the devil himself.
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