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Porth Hellick Down Burial Chamber, Isles of Scilly N090279
Filename: N090279.jpg
Size: 4921 x 3691 (17.3MB)
Date: 16th June 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England
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Porth Hellick Down Burial Chamber, Isles of Scilly N090279
PORTH HELLICK DOWN BURIAL CHAMBER, St Mary s, Isles of Scilly. View of the Bronze Age burial chamber
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Media ID 1957821
© Historic England
Barrow Bronze Age Burial Earthwork
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the enigmatic Porth Hellick Down Burial Chamber, nestled within the picturesque Isles of Scilly. A relic from the Bronze Age, this burial chamber stands as a testament to ancient civilizations and their reverence for the deceased. The image showcases the remarkable craftsmanship and ingenuity of our ancestors, who constructed this earthwork barrow with meticulous precision. The weathered stones that form its structure tell stories of a bygone era, shrouded in mystery and intrigue. As we gaze upon this scene, we are transported back in time to an age where rituals surrounding death held great significance. This burial chamber served as a final resting place for those departed souls who were laid to rest with utmost respect and honor. The composition expertly frames the burial chamber against a backdrop of rolling hills and lush greenery, emphasizing its prominence within the landscape. The play of light and shadow adds depth to the photograph, evoking a sense of awe-inspiring beauty that transcends time. Mike Hesketh-Roberts' skillful capture allows us to appreciate not only the physical structure itself but also invites contemplation on our own mortality and connection to history. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, humanity's quest for meaning endures through these enduring monuments left behind by our ancestors.
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