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Powder Mills, Dartmoor N071127
Filename: N071127.jpg
Size: 3693 x 4924 (11.5MB)
Date: 26th September 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
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Powder Mills, Dartmoor N071127
DARTMOOR, Devon. Remains of the Powder Mills at Postbridge, with chimney in the foreground, against an overcast sky
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Media ID 704507
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Atmospheric Cloud Dark Industrial Landscape Ruin Rural
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This print by James O. Davies transports us to the hauntingly beautiful landscape of Dartmoor, Devon. Standing as a testament to its industrial past, the remains of the Powder Mills at Postbridge dominate the foreground, their dark and weathered ruins contrasting against an overcast sky. The image exudes a sense of mystery and solitude, capturing the essence of rural Dartmoor. The chimney, standing tall amidst the desolate surroundings, serves as a poignant reminder of an era long gone. Its presence adds depth to this atmospheric scene, evoking thoughts of bygone days when these mills were bustling with activity. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are drawn into a world where nature has reclaimed what was once man-made. The cloud-covered sky further enhances the melancholic ambiance that permeates throughout this image. Davies' composition skillfully captures both beauty and decay in equal measure. Through his lens, he invites us to reflect on our own place within history and how time can transform even the most industrious landscapes into relics from another age. In this stunning portrayal of Dartmoor's industrial heritage, Davies reminds us that there is often profound beauty hidden within forgotten places – if only we take a moment to truly see it.
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