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Mountnessing Windmill
Filename: 373755.jpg
Size: 2047 x 3071 (5.6MB)
Date: 14th August 1999
Source: Historic England
Credit: Images of England
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: 709798
© Ian Wiseman LRPSSource: Images of England
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Mountnessing Windmill
Post mill of 1807, restored to working order by Essex County Council. IoE 373755
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 413816
© Ian Wiseman LRPSSource: Images of England
Brick Listed Renewable Energy Sail Wind Power Wooden Wind Mill
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This print showcases the magnificent Mountnessing Windmill, a post mill that dates back to 1807. Restored to its former glory by Essex County Council, this wooden structure stands tall as a testament to the power of wind and the importance of renewable energy. Its brick base adds an element of strength and stability, perfectly complementing the graceful sails that catch every gust with precision. Listed as an important historical landmark, this windmill represents not only a bygone era but also serves as a reminder of our responsibility towards sustainable practices. It symbolizes our ability to harness nature's resources for the greater good. Ian Wiseman LRPS has masterfully captured both the grandeur and intricate details in this photograph. The play between light and shadow highlights each weathered plank and sail, telling stories of countless rotations powered solely by wind. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time when these mills dotted landscapes across England. They were once vital sources of power for grinding grain or pumping water – essential tasks performed without relying on fossil fuels. Let us appreciate this stunning piece of history frozen in time through Ian Wiseman's lens – a visual tribute to human ingenuity and our ongoing quest for sustainable solutions.
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