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Snow scene, Richmond Park a064382
RICHMOND PARK, Greater London. A snow scene in Richmond Park with the trunk of a mature tree, split in half down to the ground, in the foreground. Photograph by John Gay. Date range: Jan 1962 - May 1964. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 715524
Filename: aa064382.jpg
Size: 4248 x 4446 (7.9MB)
Date: 2nd April 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Amidst the tranquil winter landscape of Richmond Park, a mature tree stands defiant against the backdrop of a fresh, pristine snowfall. The photograph, captured by renowned British photographer John Gay between January 1962 and May 1964, transports us to a serene moment in time. The tree, with its massive trunk split in half, reaches out towards the heavens, its branches blanketed in snow. The cold, crisp air is palpable as the tree stands alone in the winter wonderland, a testament to the enduring beauty of nature. The snowflakes, each unique in their design, gently settle on the tree and the ground, transforming the park into a winter wonderland. The stillness of the scene is only broken by the occasional crunch of snow underfoot, as visitors to the park take in the breathtaking sight. The image captures the essence of winter in Richmond Park, a time of stillness and reflection, where the beauty of nature shines through even in the harshest of conditions.