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Capturing the essence of life through his lens, Dylan Thomas found solace in the world of Rollei

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Dylan Thomas
10th August 1946: Welsh poet and playwright Dylan Thomas (1914 - 1953), relaxing outside. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4156 - Nest Of Singing Birds - pub

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Hounds And Horse
17th January 1953: Some of the hounds of the Pytchley Hunt with a horse at a meeting in Daventry in Northamptonshire. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6531 - A Hunting We Will Go - pub

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Dylan Thomas Relaxing
Welsh poet and playwright Dylan Thomas (1914 - 1953), relaxing outside. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4156 - Nest Of Singing Birds - pub. 1946 (Photo by Francis Reiss/Getty Images)

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Clydside Docks; Cranes and seagulls silhouetted against the sky
17th July 1954: Cranes and seagulls silhouetted against the sky at a dockyard on the River Clyde in Scotland. The shipyards are the major employers of the area and, while the demand is high

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Truckers
21st July 1951: A British Road Services truck pulls out of the Bermondsey depot as it sets out on a night run. Trunker is slang for long-distance lorry driver

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Winter Sheep
12th March 1955: A herd of Glencoe sheep, driven from the hills by the harsh Scottish winter, gather around fodder provided for them at the farm in the valley

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Dylan Thomas
10th August 1946: Welsh poet and playwright Dylan Thomas (1914 - 1953), relaxing outside. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4156 - Nest Of Singing Birds - pub

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Fraser Nash
24th October 1953: A Fraser Nash Le Mans fixed head coupe. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6771 - German Diesel Car For The Motor Show - pub. 1953 (Photo by Carl Sutton/Picture Post/Getty Images)

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Triumph Sports
24th October 1953: A Triumph Sports car. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6771 - German Diesel Car For The Motor Show - pub. 1953 (Photo by Ronald Startup/Picture Post/Getty Images)

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Capturing the essence of life through his lens, Dylan Thomas found solace in the world of Rollei. As he wandered through misty castles and winter sheep-dotted landscapes, his Rolleiflex camera became an extension of his creative soul. With each click, he painted vivid stories that transcended time. In moments of respite, we find Dylan Thomas relaxing amidst hounds and horses, basking in the tranquility they exude. His mind brimming with inspiration, he envisioned Clydeside Docks; cranes and seagulls silhouetted against the sky - a testament to industrial beauty. Truckers passing by Fraser Nash and Triumph Sports cars caught his attention; their ruggedness mirrored in their eyes as they navigated life's highways. Through these encounters, Dylan Thomas discovered a connection between man and machine - a harmony worth capturing. And then there was that unforgettable advert for Rolleiflex cameras in 1939 - its allure captivating him instantly. The promise of unparalleled clarity and precision fueled his passion further as he embarked on countless photographic adventures. With every roll of film loaded into his trusted Rollei companion, Dylan Thomas unraveled hidden narratives within everyday scenes. From bustling city streets to serene countryside vistas, he sought beauty where others saw only ordinary existence. Rollei became more than just a brand to him; it embodied artistic expression at its finest. It allowed him to freeze fleeting moments forever etched onto silver halides – fragments of time suspended indefinitely. Dylan Thomas' love affair with photography blossomed alongside his poetic prowess - both intertwining seamlessly like threads woven into a tapestry called life itself. And so it is through this lens that we glimpse into the extraordinary world captured by Rollei.