Name: The Guardian of the Past by Esther de Wit
Brand: Art Heroes
SKU: GB878404M13S85x55
Price: 154 EUR
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About "The Guardian of the Past"

by Esther de Wit

About the artwork

Against the backdrop of a grey, threatening sky, an imposing structure rises from the overgrown landscape: an old mining site. Once a bustling center of industrial activity, it is now merely a shadow of its former self. The red brick façades show clear signs of decay; windows are shattered or completely gone, ironwork rusts, and nature is steadily reclaiming its place. Weeds and shrubs grow freely in the shadow of this monument from a bygone era.

The architecture reveals the significance this mine once held. Towering structures, elegant arched windows, and sturdy walls bear witness to a time when industrial buildings were not only functional but also built with grandeur and pride. Each floor seems to whisper its own story.

But time has not stood still. This place has been abandoned for decades. The sounds of labor have been replaced by the whistling wind through broken windows and the soft creaking of wood and metal under the pressure of weather and time.

What once stood as a symbol of progress and human ingenuity is now a ghostly setting that invites reflection. This old mine is not only a reminder of the Industrial Revolution, but also a silent witness to the impermanence of human ambition. A place that breathes decay, yet possesses a raw beauty that only the passage of time can create.

About Esther de Wit

I photograph the beauty of decay. Desolate places whose raw character I want to capture. In this way I can preserve a piece of history for later. I capture the image with all the traces that time has left behind... Read more…

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This artwork doesn't have reviews yet. 4,289 customers rate us with a 4.8 / 5

Klaus S.

Germany

4 / 5

Ordered in January 2022

Annika L.

Germany

4.33 / 5

Ordered in September 2019

Marleen Debuck (Leen)

Netherlands

4 / 5

Ordered in March 2023

Janneke

Netherlands

5 / 5

Ordered in June 2021

Andreas K.

Germany

5 / 5

Ordered in February 2022

Edwin L.

Germany

5 / 5

Ordered in November 2019

Bert

Netherlands

4.5 / 5

Ordered in December 2021

Guus van Herwaarden

Netherlands

5 / 5

Ordered in May 2020

Marjolein

Netherlands

5 / 5

Ordered in July 2021

Helmy Luijten

Netherlands

5 / 5

Ordered in January 2023

Elvira F.

Germany

5 / 5

Ordered in June 2020

Atina N.

Germany

5 / 5

Ordered in August 2020

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Finland		+ 6 business days

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What are the delivery times?

Delivery time per shipping country
Netherlands		+ 1 business day
Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany		+ 2 business days
Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Poland		+ 3 business days
Estonia, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden		+ 4 business days
Denmark		+ 5 business days
Finland		+ 6 business days

How will the package be sent?

We work with several carriers. Couriers can also be used for large or fragile packages.

Canvas are securely packed in plastic bubble wrap and cardboard. Wallpaper and posters are sent in sturdy tubes.

Not at home? Then the delivery driver will leave a note and an appointment can be made to schedule a new delivery.

I want to express my order. Is this possible?

We’re always ready to work with you and will try to help. Let us know what your exact wishes are, and we will get back to you!

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