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Pigs in snow a090125

Pigs in snow a090125


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Filename: aa090125.jpg

Size: 4240 x 4446 (12.5MB)

Date: 7th December 2017

Source: Historic England

Credit: © Historic England Archive

Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work

Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5

Source: Historic England Archive

Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk

Job Title: Photographer

© Historic England Archive

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Pigs in snow a090125

Pigs in a snowy field near Great Brickhill, Buckinghamshire. Photographed by John Gay, 1950s

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> Historic Images > Famed Photographers > John Gay Collection (1945-1990)

> Landscapes > Farming and rural economy > Livestock

> Seasons > Seasons: Winter > Snow

> Seasons > Seasons: Winter


EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Pigs in snow a090125" transports us back to the frosty landscapes of Great Brickhill, Buckinghamshire in the 1950s. The lens of renowned photographer John Gay captures a serene scene that juxtaposes the innocence of nature with the harshness of winter. In this mesmerizing image, we find ourselves immersed in a snowy field where a group of livestock pigs roam freely. Their stout bodies are covered in glistening white flakes, their snouts buried deep into the cold ground as they search for sustenance. Despite being surrounded by an icy blanket, these resilient creatures seem unperturbed by the bitter chill. The composition is strikingly beautiful; each pig stands out against the pristine backdrop like charcoal sketches on paper. The contrast between their dark forms and the ethereal whiteness creates an almost dreamlike quality to this photograph. John Gay's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the visual aesthetics but also feel a sense of tranquility emanating from this wintry tableau. It reminds us that even amidst freezing temperatures and adversity, life persists – symbolizing resilience and adaptability. "Pigs in snow a090125" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation capturing rural life during mid-20th century England. This remarkable piece invites viewers to reflect upon our connection with animals and how they too endure challenging seasons just as we do.

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