Enjoy a premium, ready-to-hang 12" x 8" Whitby Abbey Sunset metal wall art print with stunning clarity and durability.
Printed on lustre photographic paper, this semi-matt finish reduces glare while enhancing detail and colour depth.
Mounted onto a rigid 3mm Dibond base, combining a slim aluminium panel with a strong, lightweight acrylic backing for a sleek, professional look.
Printed edge to edge with no border for a clean, contemporary presentation.
Complete with a hidden wooden subframe for hanging.
Whitby Abbey, perched dramatically on the windswept cliffs above the North Sea, is one of England's most atmospheric and historically significant monastic ruins.
Founded in 657 by the Anglo-Saxon princess St Hild as a double monastery for monks and nuns, it became a centre of early Christian learning and hosted the famous Synod of Whitby in 664, which decided the date of Easter for the English Church.
Destroyed by Viking raids, rebuilt in the Norman period, and finally dissolved in 1539 under Henry VIII, its striking Gothic remains inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula, with Count Dracula arriving in England as a black dog leaping from a shipwrecked vessel below these very cliffs.
Today, the skeletal silhouette of the great east window stands as an enduring symbol of faith, power, and Gothic romance against the wild Yorkshire coast.
This evocative image captures the ruins of Whitby Abbey bathed in the warm glow of sunset, its Gothic arches and spires silhouetted against a clear blue sky tinged with fading light.
The golden hues of the tall grass in the foreground echo the amber tones of the setting sun, creating a harmonious blend of nature and architecture.
The abbey’s weathered stone stands as a solemn reminder of centuries past, while the tranquil atmosphere invites reflection.
It’s a hauntingly beautiful scene that speaks to the enduring presence of history in the heart of Yorkshire’s coastal landscape.
Original photography by Carol Herbert - available only at Real World Art.
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Experience gallery-quality wall art with this premium Dibond-mounted print, designed for exceptional sharpness, durability, and a sleek modern finish. Choose from three high-quality paper options:
Each print is mounted onto a sturdy 3mm Dibond base, featuring a slim aluminium panel reinforced by a strong yet lightweight black acrylic backing. This rigid construction ensures long-lasting stability while maintaining a sleek, professional look.
The print comes complete with a hidden subframe which creates a modern floating effect when hung on the wall. Adjustable wall hangers are pre-attached, allowing for easy installation on any existing hook or screw. These hangers provide up to 10mm of adjustment both vertically and horizontally for effortless positioning.
Supplied without a border unless otherwise specified.
Optional lamination is available in satin or gloss to match your chosen paper, offering additional protection. However, lamination is not recommended for Fine Art Matt paper, as it will obscure its authentic texture.
| Available Sizes | A4, 12" x 8", 18" x 12", 24" x 16" |
| Paper Finishes | 270gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DPII Lustre 270gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DPII Gloss 308gsm Hahnemuhle Photo Rag |
| Substrate | A lightweight composite of solid black 3mm PVC pressed between two aluminium sheets. 18" x 12" and 24" x 16" prints come complete with a subframe which sits compact on the back of the print giving the product a floating effect once hung on the wall. |
| Image Protection | Optional: Satin Matt or High Gloss to match your chosen paper. This is a thin film which is laminated on top of your print to give protection from scratches, fingerprints and UV rays. Lamination is not recommended for Hahnemuhle papers as it will mask the papers authentic texture. |
| Hanging System | Adjustable wall hangers are pre attached to the subframe to sit easily on any hook or screw. The hangers allow for 10mm of adjustment both vertically and horizontally depending on orientation so you can position your print perfectly. |
| Care Instructions | Handle with Clean, Dry Hands - Oils and dirt from your fingers can damage the surface. Cleaning: Lustre: Dust Gently with a Soft Cloth - A clean, dry microfibre cloth can remove dust without scratching the surface. |
| Eco Credentials | Hand-made on demand to prevent wastage. |
Whitby Abbey Sunset english abbeys dibond mounted wall art prints are printed to order and usually shipped within 3-4 business days. Please allow a further 2-3 days from the despatch date to receive your item (not including weekends or bank holidays).
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The attention to detail is above expectations. I'm thrilled with what Carol has done, I will be purchasing again. Thank you
Brilliant customer service from the start with an easy website to navigate. Unfortunately when my order arrived the print was damaged, contacted Carol who sent another out for me straight away and kept me updated along the way. Absolutely fantastic service. Thank you
Loved this image of our wedding day and was appropriate for our anniversary too...
Brilliant! My print is beautiful. I initially ordered the wrong product due to my own error but Carol was so supportive and helpful I cannot recommend her/this company enough.
Today I had the pleasure of picking up a framed and mounted print of 'Dandelion Clock' its absolutely stunning. The clarity is just crazy!! Now to decide where to put it!! Really beautiful work.
Fantastic artwork, great service, from ordering to delivery
