Ruins of a Gothic Church | Unknown Artist | 1800

Five Men Standing Inside the Ruins of a Gothic Church at Night (c. 1800) is a coloured aquatint by an unknown artist that evokes the romantic fascination with decay and the sublime. Illuminated by a warm inner glow, the figures gather in quiet conversation beneath the intricate tracery of a ruined Gothic arch, their silhouettes contrasting with the surrounding darkness. The interplay of light and shadow transforms the desolate architecture into a scene of mystery and introspection, capturing the era’s melancholic reverence for the beauty of ruins and the passage of time.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

12’’ x 8’’ Inches = 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm

18’’ x 12’’ Inches = 45.7 cm x 30.5 cm 

24" x 16" Inches = 61 cm x 40.6 cm