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Deer in Richmond Park a064115
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Size: 4315 x 4560 (6.4MB)
Date: 8th April 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Deer in Richmond Park a064115
RICHMOND PARK, Greater London. A stag looking across a pond in Richmond Park and roaring, a hind to right and a mature oak tree in the foreground to left. John Gay. Date range: Jan 1962 - May 1964
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A Serene Moment in Richmond Park: A Stag's Roar Echoes Through the Forest Photographer John Gay captured this enchanting moment in Richmond Park, Greater London, between January 1962 and May 1964. The image portrays a majestic stag, its antlers adorned with velvet, gazing intently across a tranquil pond. The reflection of the stag in the water adds an ethereal quality to the scene. To the right, a hind stands watchfully, her ears alert and eyes focused on her surroundings. The mature oak tree in the foreground, with its gnarled bark and sprawling branches, provides a sense of history and stability, having witnessed countless moments like this throughout the centuries. The serene atmosphere is interrupted by the powerful roar of the stag, a primal call that echoes through the forest, signaling dominance and warning other stags to stay away from his territory and harem. The roar is a reminder of the raw power and beauty of nature that still exists within the heart of London. John Gay's photograph beautifully captures the essence of Richmond Park, a place where nature thrives in the midst of urban development. The image invites us to pause and appreciate the simple pleasures of observing wildlife in its natural habitat, a precious reminder of the importance of preserving our natural heritage for future generations.
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