Old Church of St. Lawrence, Ayot St. Lawrence, Hertfordshire

Technique: Giclée quality print
Recommended by our customers
Size
Finishing (pick one!)

More about this artwork

"Old Church of St. Lawrence, Ayot St. Lawrence, Hertfordshire" by Samuel Davis beautifully captures the serene and somber splendor of an old ruin, evoking a deep sense of nostalgia and timelessness. This exquisite painting portrays the remnants of the historical church, standing proudly yet delicately amidst the lush greenery of Hertfordshire.The artist's masterful use of watercolors lends a soft and luminous quality to the scene, highlighting the graceful decay of the architecture. The tower of the church, still mostly intact, rises against a gently clouded sky, suggesting its former glory and the enduring spirit of the structure. Scattered throughout are fragments of walls and arches, draped in the subtle textures of ivy and surrounded by the wild embrace of nature, suggesting the passage of time and the gentle reclaiming of man-made structures by the earth.Two figures, perhaps local villagers, are depicted walking near the ruins, adding a human element that contrasts with the solitude of the abandoned church. This inclusion offers a poignant reminder of the ongoing connection between community and historical sites, hinting at stories and memories shared across generations.

Delivery

Reproductions are made to order and take 5 to 7 working days.

We send them out by courier and delivery takes another two working days.

If you need a reproduction sooner, please contact us - we can usually find a solution and produce it a little faster.

If you don't want to pay for postage, you can pick up your paintings at our galleries in Kaunas or Vilnius.

Returns

Yes, reproductions can be returned.

If you have any doubts more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please contact us - we will take the reproduction back for a refund or offer you a replacement!

We accept a maximum of two returns per customer - please note that we make reproductions to order, so please choose responsibly.

We do not refund shipping expenses.

Samuel Davis was an English soldier turned diplomat who later became a director of the East India Company (EIC). He was the father of John Francis Davis, one time Chief Superintendent of British Trade in China and second governor of Hong Kong.