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Decaying mosaic pavement DP168226
Filename: DP168226.jpg
Size: 4256 x 2832 (4.2MB)
Date: 6th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Alu
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Decaying mosaic pavement DP168226
Doxford House, Warden Law Lane, New Silksworth, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear.
Detail of the mosaic floor of the conservatory area on the east side of the derelict house, with weeds growing through the cracks
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Decay Derelict House Ruin Conservatory Mosaic Floor Weed
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This print captures the decaying beauty of a mosaic pavement in Doxford House, located on Warden Law Lane in New Silksworth, Sunderland. The image focuses on the intricate details found within the conservatory area on the east side of this derelict house. As time has passed and neglect has taken its toll, nature has begun to reclaim its space with resilient weeds sprouting through every available crack. The mosaic floor, once a symbol of elegance and grandeur, now stands as a testament to faded glory. Each tile tells a story of bygone eras and cherished memories that have been lost to time. The delicate patterns and vibrant colors are still visible but bear witness to years of decay. Alun Bull's expert photography skillfully captures both the beauty and melancholy present in this scene. Through his lens, we are reminded that even in ruin there is an undeniable allure - an aesthetic charm born from imperfection. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of our own mortality; it reminds us that everything eventually succumbs to the passage of time. Yet amidst this decay lies an enduring resilience - nature's ability to persist against all odds. In viewing this image, we are invited into a world where history intertwines with nature's relentless march forward – where weeds become symbols of tenacity rather than mere nuisances. It is through Alun Bull's lens that we can appreciate both the fragility and strength inherent in these fading remnants of architectural splendor.
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