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Greetings Card : St. Andrews Church, Hempstead, Essex
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St. Andrews Church, Hempstead, Essex
circa 1910s
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Media ID 20613955
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1882 Andrews Churchyard Collapse Collapsed Essex Fallen Gravestones Graveyard Harvey Hempstead Tombs Tombstones
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a piece of history! Our St. Andrew's Church greeting cards, featuring a beautiful turn-of-the-century image from Mary Evans Picture Library, transport you to the picturesque village of Hempstead in Essex, England. This timeless photograph, taken circa 1910s, captures the charm of St. Andrew's Church with its intricate architecture and serene surroundings. Perfect for any occasion, these high-quality cards add a touch of elegance and history to your message. Send a piece of the past to your loved ones and let them know you're thinking of them.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 16cm (4.9" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty of St. Andrew's Churchyard in Hempstead, Essex, during the 1910s. The image showcases the picturesque and tranquil churchyard, filled with a multitude of tombstones, gravestones, and memorials, each bearing the names and stories of those who once called this place their final resting place. At the heart of the churchyard stands the fallen tower of St. Andrew's Church, which collapsed in 1882, leaving a poignant reminder of the passage of time. The once proud and majestic tower, now lying in ruins, adds a sense of melancholy and solemnity to the scene. The photograph provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the history and traditions of this quaint English village. The intricately carved tombs and tombstones, many of which bear the date of the early 19th century, are a testament to the rich heritage of the community. As the sun casts a soft, ethereal glow over the scene, the shadows of the tombstones stretch out long and dark, creating a sense of stillness and reflection. The image invites us to pause and pay our respects to those who have gone before us, and to reflect on the transient nature of life. This poignant photograph, taken in the 1910s, serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and history that can be found in even the most unexpected places. The fallen tower of St. Andrew's Church in Hempstead, Essex, stands as a symbol of the passage of time, and the enduring power of tradition and memory.
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