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Flatford Bridge DIX02_01_026
Filename: dix02_01_026.jpg
Size: 6408 x 4386 (4.1MB)
Date: 26th July 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Flatford Bridge DIX02_01_026
Flatford Bridge, Flatford Mill, East Bergholt, Babergh, Suffolk. Flatford Bridge and Bridge Cottage viewed from the south bank of the River Stour in the 1930s. Bridge Cottage is now a National Trust visitor information centre and shop. The cottage features in two paintings by John Constable, Boys Fishing (1813) and View on the Stour near Dedham (1822)
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Media ID 21951487
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Footbridge Picturesque Reflections River Rural Timber Framed House
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This print captures the timeless beauty of Flatford Bridge and its surroundings in East Bergholt, Suffolk. Taken in the 1930s by J Dixon Scott, it showcases the picturesque scene of Flatford Bridge and Bridge Cottage from the south bank of the River Stour. The timber-framed house known as Bridge Cottage takes center stage in this image, exuding a rustic charm that has withstood the test of time. Today, it serves as a National Trust visitor information centre and shop, welcoming visitors to explore its historical significance. It is no wonder that this idyllic location caught the attention of renowned artist John Constable. The cottage itself features prominently in two of his famous paintings: Boys Fishing (1813) and View on the Stour near Dedham (1822). These artworks have immortalized not only Constable's talent but also captured an essence of rural life along this tranquil river. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to a simpler era where footbridges connected communities and reflections danced upon calm waters. It reminds us why art often draws inspiration from such serene landscapes - they evoke a sense of peace and harmony within our souls. This print is more than just an image; it encapsulates history, artistry, and nature's enduring allure all at once. It invites us to appreciate both past and present as we admire Flatford Bridge's architectural splendor against a backdrop that remains untouched by time.
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