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Lime Walk in the snow CC54_00329
TRINITY COLLEGE, Oxford, Oxfordshire. Looking down the Lime Walk in the college grounds under a heavy covering of snow. The walk probably dates to the 1680s when formal parts of the garden were laid out. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1880. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 5145118
Filename: cc54_00329.jpg
Size: 4934 x 3815 (11.9MB)
Date: 4th July 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Cold Snow Tree Victorian White Winter Wood Land
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This print takes us back in time to the enchanting winter of 1880, where Henry Taunt skillfully captured the serene beauty of Trinity College's Lime Walk. Standing amidst a pristine white landscape, this Victorian woodland scene evokes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia. The Lime Walk, believed to have been established in the late 17th century during the garden's formalization, stretches out before us like an ethereal pathway. The snow-laden trees gracefully line both sides of this picturesque avenue, their branches delicately adorned with glistening frost. Each tree seems to tell its own story as it stands tall against the cold embrace of winter. Taunt's masterful composition transports us into a world untouched by time. We can almost feel the crispness in the air and hear our footsteps softly crunching through layers of freshly fallen snow. As we gaze down this wintry path, we are reminded that nature has an extraordinary ability to transform even familiar surroundings into something truly magical. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to both Taunt's artistic prowess and Trinity College's enduring charm. It invites us to appreciate not only the visual splendor but also contemplate how landscapes evolve over centuries while retaining their intrinsic allure. As we admire this historical gem from Historic England’s collection, let it remind us that there is timeless beauty waiting to be discovered within every season – even amidst winter’s icy grasp.
