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The Great Fire in the City, Church of St Mary Magdalene, Knightrider Street, after the Conflagration (engraving)
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The Great Fire in the City, Church of St Mary Magdalene, Knightrider Street, after the Conflagration (engraving)
1055214 The Great Fire in the City, Church of St Mary Magdalene, Knightrider Street, after the Conflagration (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire in the City, Church of St Mary Magdalene, Knightrider Street, after the Conflagration. Illustration for The Graphic, 11 December 1886.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23560396
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Conflagration Fires Great Fire Church Of St Mary Magdalene Knightrider Street Places Of Worship
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This print captures the aftermath of "The Great Fire in the City" that engulfed the Church of St Mary Magdalene on Knightrider Street. The engraving, created by Henry William Brewer, transports us back to a significant moment in history - December 1886. The image showcases the devastating impact of this conflagration on one of London's cherished places of worship. The church stands as a solemn reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability against nature's wrath. Its charred remains stand tall amidst the ruins, evoking a sense of awe and melancholy. Brewer's meticulous attention to detail brings forth an eerie beauty within destruction. The intricate engravings capture every intricacy with precision, from the crumbling walls to fragments scattered across the ground. It is as if time has frozen, allowing us to witness this historical event through his artistic lens. "The Great Fire in the City" serves not only as a visual record but also as a testament to human perseverance and determination in rebuilding what was lost. This engraving reminds us that even amid devastation, hope can emerge from ashes. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported back in time and encouraged to reflect on how our past shapes our present and future.
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