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St Pauls Cathedral and a skyline of cranes 3
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St Pauls Cathedral and a skyline of cranes 3
London, England - 2006; Fuelled by the large piles of funny money sloshing around, there was a decades-long building boom in the City of London and surrounding areas, as all the banks and financial institutions competed to erect the shiniest and most prestigious edifice. Hence all the cranes. But the real, beating, heart of London - St Pauls Cathedral - looks on, unimpressed. This, too, will pass... and it did, of course; the recessions, Brexit and COVID put an end to all that nonsense.
St Pauls Anglican Cathedral, dating from the late 17th century, was designed in the English Baroque style by Sir Christopher Wren. Its great dome is a London and international landmark
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This print captures the juxtaposition of two distinct eras in London's history. In the foreground, a skyline dominated by towering cranes symbolizes an era fueled by excessive wealth and ambition. The City of London experienced an unprecedented building boom as financial institutions vied to construct the most impressive structures, driven by what seemed like endless reserves of "funny money". However, amidst this frenzy of construction, St Paul's Cathedral stands stoically in the background. St Paul's Anglican Cathedral, dating back to the late 17th century, represents the enduring heart and soul of London. Designed in the elegant English Baroque style by Sir Christopher Wren, its magnificent dome has become an iconic landmark both within London and internationally. As one gazes upon this image, it becomes evident that St Paul's Cathedral remains unimpressed by the transient nature of material progress. It serves as a reminder that even during times when society is consumed with superficial achievements and monetary gains, there are timeless treasures that transcend such fleeting pursuits. Indeed, time proved this to be true as recessions followed along with Brexit and eventually COVID-19; all contributing factors that brought an end to this era of excess. Yet St Paul's Cathedral continues to stand tall on London's skyline—a testament not only to its architectural grandeur but also to its unwavering significance as a place of worship for generations past and present.
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