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Stella McCartney - Lucky Spot K041095
BELSAY HALL, CASTLE & GARDENS, Northumberland. Fashion at Belsay, 2004. Stella McCartney art installation - Lucky Spot horse in the Great Hall of the castle. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 470552
Filename: K041095.jpg
Size: 3756 x 4652 (21.8MB)
Date: 11th June 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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In this photograph, renowned British fashion designer Stella McCartney is seen standing in the grandeur of Belsay Hall's Great Hall in Northumberland, England. The year is 2004, and McCartney has created an art installation as part of the "Fashion at Belsay" event. The centerpiece of the installation is a large, metallic horse sculpture titled "Lucky Spot." The horse, with its reflective surface, is bathed in the soft glow of floodlights, casting an ethereal reflection on the ancient stone walls of the castle. McCartney's expression is thoughtful and contemplative, her gaze fixed on the horse as she absorbs the beauty and serenity of the moment. The juxtaposition of the modern fashion installation and the historic castle creates a striking contrast, highlighting the intersection of art, fashion, and history. The horse, a symbol of strength and freedom, adds an element of whimsy and wonder to the otherwise formal setting. The photograph captures the essence of the event, which aimed to showcase the connection between fashion and the natural world. McCartney's installation, with its organic shapes and reflective surfaces, embodies this theme, blending seamlessly with the castle's ancient architecture. As McCartney stands in the Great Hall, surrounded by the beauty of Belsay Hall and the enchanting Lucky Spot horse, it is clear that this moment is one of inspiration and creativity. The photograph serves as a reminder of the power of art and fashion to transport us to another world, even for a moment, and to inspire us to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us.
