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Magpie a079744

A magpie standing next to an ink pot on a table inside a house in Kent. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1955-1959. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England

Media ID 1338332

Filename: aa079744.jpg

Size: 4240 x 4460 (5.2MB)

Date: 10th November 2008

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Photographer

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This evocative photograph captures the moment as a magpie, with its striking blue-black and iridescent green and purple plumage, perches curiously next to an ink pot on a quaint table in a cozy Kentish home. The scene, expertly framed by photographer John Gay between the late 1950s and early 1960s, transports us back in time to a simpler era. The magpie's inquisitive nature and the ink pot, a symbol of creativity and literature, create an intriguing juxtaposition. The warm, inviting light that filters in through the window adds to the sense of tranquility and intimacy. The photograph not only showcases the beauty and charm of the magpie but also highlights the connection between nature and the human world. The image, preserved by Historic England, is a testament to the rich heritage and history of Kent and the enduring allure of the natural world that continues to inspire and captivate us.