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Walton and Cottons Fishing House (The Doorway), 1880s. Creator: Peter Henry Emerson
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Walton and Cottons Fishing House (The Doorway), 1880s. Creator: Peter Henry Emerson
Walton and Cottons Fishing House (The Doorway), 1880s. A work made of photogravure, plate xlix from the album " the compleat angler or the contemplative mans recreation, volume ii" (1888); edition 109/250
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1888 Angler Basket Boathouse Derbyshire England Doorway Dr Peter Henry Emerson Edition 109 250 Elderly Man Emerson Dr Peter Henry Emerson Peter Henry Fishing Fishing Rod Izaak Walton Old Man Old Men Peter Henry Emerson Photogravure Underneath Valley Walton Izaak Beresford Dale
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Capturing the Essence of Contemplation - Walton and Cotton's Fishing House (The Doorway)
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. This photo print, taken by renowned photographer Peter Henry Emerson in the 1880s, transports us to a serene corner of Beresford Dale in Derbyshire, England. The image is part of Emerson's album "The Compleat Angler or The Contemplative Man's Recreation, Volume II" specifically plate xlix. In this beautifully composed photogravure, we are drawn to an elderly man standing at the entrance of Walton and Cotton's Fishing House. Clutching his fishing rod and basket with careworn hands, he exudes a sense of wisdom acquired through years spent communing with nature. As one person stands alone amidst this tranquil setting, it becomes evident that angling is not merely about catching fish but also about finding solace in the embrace of nature. Emerson masterfully captures the essence of contemplation within this historic boathouse. The weathered building stands as a testament to time itself while blending harmoniously into its natural surroundings. Through his lens, Emerson invites us to reflect on our own connection with both land and water—a reminder that even amid modernity, there exists an unbreakable bond between humanity and nature. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Dr. Peter Henry Emerson's collection at the Art Institute Chicago, we are transported back to a simpler time when angling was more than just a pastime—it was a way for individuals like Izaak Walton to find peace within themselves by immersing their souls in the beauty bestowed upon them by Mother Nature herself.
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