The Oxford Bridge of Sighs
The Oxford Bridge of Sighs
An atmospheric night scene with two students approaching the illuminated Hertford Bridge in Oxford, unofficially known as the Bridge of Sighs.
Janet Carmichael
Camera details: OM-1MarkII | Date uploaded: 08/03/2026
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We print with a 12 colour process, this means we can print a much larger colour range than most printing companies that normally use a 4 or 8 colour process. All sizes for our satin paper prints are in inches. Please note our prints are supplied without mounts or frames.
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Iceberg Sculpture 4
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Iceberg Sculpture 5
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Iceberg Sculpture 2
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Iceberg Sculpture 3
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