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Gaming board DP084472
Filename: DP084472.jpg
Size: 4050 x 2700 (1.0MB)
Date: 25th May 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Ste
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Gaming board DP084472
Great Tower, Dover Castle, Dover, Kent. Room F14. Detail of a gaming board on a table in room F14 of Dover Castles Great Tower, with a colourful chair back behind
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Media ID 25219470
© Historic England Archive
Leisure Medieval Play Tudor Backgammon Board Game Dice
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Steve Cole transports us back in time to the Tudor era, where leisure and entertainment took on a whole new meaning. The image showcases a gaming board, DP084472, located in room F14 of Dover Castle's majestic Great Tower in Dover, Kent. This exquisite detail captures the essence of medieval play as it beautifully depicts a scene that once brought joy and excitement to its participants. The gaming board takes center stage on an intricately adorned table, inviting us to imagine the countless hours spent rolling dice and strategizing moves. Its vibrant colors and meticulous design are truly mesmerizing, reflecting the craftsmanship of this bygone era. Behind the table stands a colorful chair back that adds an extra touch of elegance to this already enchanting setting. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we can't help but be reminded of the timeless appeal of board games. Whether it was backgammon or another beloved game popular during those times, these pastimes allowed people to unwind and engage with one another in friendly competition. Steve Cole's photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst grand castles like Dover's Great Tower, moments of leisure were cherished throughout history. It is through images like these that we can appreciate not only our shared human experiences but also gain insight into how our ancestors found joy within their own unique forms of entertainment.
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