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Highgate Cemetery a074416
Filename: aa074416.jpg
Size: 4334 x 4350 (9.6MB)
Date: 17th December 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: English Heritage Images
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© Historic England
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Highgate Cemetery a074416
HIGHGATE CEMETERY, Hampstead, London. A statue in the West Cemetery depicting a female figure holding a cross and looking skywards. Photographed by John Gay between 1986 and 1991
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Media ID 4281939
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Cemetery Foliage Grave Yard Statue
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the ethereal beauty of Highgate Cemetery, nestled in the heart of Hampstead, London. Taken by renowned photographer John Gay between 1986 and 1991, this image transports us to a world where time seems to stand still. In the foreground stands a magnificent statue, an exquisite depiction of a female figure holding a cross and gazing towards the heavens. Her serene expression and outstretched arms evoke both reverence and longing as she watches over the sacred grounds. The intricate details of her form are accentuated by the play of light filtering through dense foliage surrounding her. The backdrop reveals rows upon rows of weathered gravestones, each one telling its own story from generations past. This hauntingly beautiful cemetery is steeped in history and serves as a final resting place for many notable figures throughout London's rich heritage. John Gay's masterful composition not only captures the solemnity and tranquility that permeate this hallowed ground but also invites contemplation on life's fleeting nature. It reminds us that even amidst decay and loss, there is enduring grace and hope symbolized by this enigmatic statue. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print from Historic England, we are transported into an otherworldly realm where artistry meets mortality—a poignant reminder to cherish every moment while honoring those who came before us in their eternal slumber at Highgate Cemetery.
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