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Ingestre Hall, Staffordshire, destroyed by Fire on Thursday, 12 October (engraving)
1622098 Ingestre Hall, Staffordshire, destroyed by Fire on Thursday, 12 October (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ingestre Hall, Staffordshire, destroyed by Fire on Thursday, 12 October. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 October 1882.
F Watkins); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23555262
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Destroyed Historic Houses Staffordshire Ingestre Hall
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative engraving from the Media Storehouse collection, depicting the tragic aftermath of the fire that ravaged Ingestre Hall in Staffordshire on October 12, 1859. Captured by renowned English engraver Frank Watkins, this historical image offers a haunting glimpse into the past. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and transport yourself to a bygone era. From the extensive archives of Bridgeman Images, available exclusively through Fine Art Finder.
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Estimated Product Size is 31.4cm x 21.2cm (12.4" x 8.3")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving captures the tragic moment when Ingestre Hall, a magnificent architectural masterpiece in Staffordshire, fell victim to a devastating fire on Thursday, 12 October. The detailed print, created by Frank Watkins during his active years between 1859 and 1894, showcases the grandeur of this historic house before its untimely demise. The image transports us back to that fateful day in 1882 as flames engulfed the once majestic hall. Its intricate design and exquisite features are now reduced to ashes, leaving behind only memories of its former glory. The destruction is palpable through Watkins' skilled craftsmanship; every line etched with precision tells a story of loss and despair. Ingestre Hall had long been an emblem of Staffordshire's rich heritage and architectural prowess. Its demise sent shockwaves throughout the community and beyond. This engraving was later featured in The Illustrated London News on 21 October 1882, serving as a somber reminder of the destructive power of fire. As we gaze upon this poignant artwork from Bridgeman Images' collection today, we cannot help but reflect on the impermanence of even our most cherished landmarks. Ingestre Hall may be gone physically, but it lives on through images like these – reminders that history can never truly be erased or forgotten.
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