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Filename: aa071748.jpg

Size: 4342 x 4358 (7.6MB)

Date: 22nd February 2008

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Photographer

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Tabby cat a071748

A tabby cat sitting on the top of a gatepost looking warily at the camera. Photograph taken by John Gay in Hampstead, London. Date range: January 1962 - May 1964

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Media ID 695946

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This photograph, titled 'Tabby Cat a071748,' showcases a beautiful tabby cat in its natural curiosity and wariness. Taken by the skilled lens of John Gay between January 1962 and May 1964, the image finds the feline perched atop a wrought-iron gatepost in the picturesque area of Hampstead, London. The tabby cat, with its distinctive stripes and expressive eyes, gazes intently at the camera, as if assessing the intruder in its territory. The intricate railing beneath the cat adds an element of elegance and contrast to the wild, untamed beauty of the cat. The soft, dappled sunlight filtering through the trees in the background creates a warm, inviting atmosphere, highlighting the tranquility of the scene. John Gay's keen eye for detail and composition is evident in this photograph. The cat's posture, its alert gaze, and the delicate balance it maintains on the gatepost all contribute to a captivating image that speaks to the enduring allure of felines and their ability to captivate our imaginations. This photograph is a testament to the power of a single moment, frozen in time, and serves as a reminder of the simple joys and wonders that can be found in the natural world.

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