Rights Managed > Historic England
Image Licensing : Frozen Thames CC72_00707
Add to Lightbox
Image Downloads From Historic England
Frozen Thames CC72_00707
RIVER THAMES near Oxford, Oxfordshire. A crowd of people and horse drawn carriages standing on the frozen River Thames, with barges moored against the bank in the background. Photographed in February 1895 by Henry Taunt. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 5246009
Filename: cc72_00707.jpg
Size: 4969 x 3788 (7.2MB)
Date: 20th July 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Cold Leisure River Victorian Winter
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Henry Taunt Collection (1860-1922)
> Historic Images > The Victorian Age > The 1890s
> The way we were > Victoriana > Victorian people and costumes
SECURE PAYMENTS
We accept all major payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
Made in USA
Safe Shipping, Easy Returns
FREE PERSONALISATION
We are proud to offer a range of customisation including Cropping, Captions, and Filters. Zoom Cropping can be adjusted in the basket
FREE COLORIZATION
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Frozen Thames CC72_00707" transports us back to a winter scene in February 1895. Renowned photographer Henry Taunt skillfully captures the essence of Victorian leisure amidst the cold embrace of winter on the River Thames near Oxford, Oxfordshire. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a mesmerizing sight: a crowd of people gathered on the icy surface of the river. Their presence is complemented by horse-drawn carriages elegantly parked nearby, adding an air of sophistication to this wintry tableau. The stillness and tranquility are palpable as these individuals brave the biting cold to experience an extraordinary moment that nature has bestowed upon them. As our eyes wander further into the frame, we catch glimpses of barges moored against the distant bank. These vessels serve as silent witnesses to this unique spectacle unfolding before them – a testament to both man's ingenuity and Mother Nature's whimsical power. Henry Taunt's masterful composition not only freezes time but also evokes a sense of wonderment and curiosity within us. We find ourselves transported back over a century ago, contemplating what life must have been like during those long-gone winters along the River Thames. With its historical significance and artistic finesse, "Frozen Thames CC72_00707" serves as an enduring reminder that even amidst freezing temperatures, humanity finds solace in embracing nature's beauty while creating cherished memories that withstands generations.
