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Stonehenge showing photographers ladder in 1954 P50803
STONEHENGE, Wiltshire. A make-shift tower to take elevated vertical shots of the excavation of stoneholes 57 and 58. Just in front of the tower is fallen lintel 156 with its two mortices and behind Trilithon stone 56 with its pronounced tenon that once supported it. Photographed by R J C Atkinson in 1954. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1556731
Filename: p50803.jpg
Size: 4352 x 4330 (3.5MB)
Date: 1st June 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
Archaeology Bronze Age Neolithic People Pre Historic Stone Age Stone Circle World Heritage Site
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This print takes us back to the year 1954, providing a unique glimpse into the excavation of Stonehenge. Standing tall in the center is a make-shift tower, ingeniously constructed by photographers to capture elevated vertical shots of stoneholes 57 and 58. The tower's presence adds an intriguing layer to this already enigmatic archaeological site. In the foreground lies fallen lintel 156, its two mortices serving as a reminder of its former glory. Behind it stands Trilithon stone 56, proudly displaying its pronounced tenon that once supported it with unwavering strength. These ancient stones hold within them countless stories from a time long gone. Photographed by R J C Atkinson, this image captures not only the physical aspects of Stonehenge but also showcases the dedication and ingenuity of those involved in unraveling its mysteries. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge about our prehistoric past. Stonehenge itself needs no introduction - an iconic symbol of Neolithic and Bronze Age civilizations, it remains one of the most significant World Heritage Sites on Earth. This photograph offers us a rare glimpse behind-the-scenes, reminding us that even monumental sites like Stonehenge were shaped by people who sought to understand their origins. Let this evocative image transport you back in time as you contemplate the wonders hidden within these ancient stones.
