Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny i. e. Abergaven
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Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny i. e. Abergaven
Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny i.e. Abergavenny, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900
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Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny, ca. 1890-1900: A Picturesque and Nostalgic View of a Welsh Town and its Sacred Landmark This photograph print, titled "Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny," transports us back in time to the late 19th century in the charming town of Abergravenny, Wales. The image, dating between approximately 1890 and 1900, showcases the picturesque town nestled at the foot of the Holy Mountain, also known as Skirrid Fawr. The photograph, rendered in rich, vibrant colors, offers a nostalgic glimpse into the past, with the town's quaint houses, winding streets, and the grandiose ruins of Abergravenny Castle standing proudly in the foreground. The Holy Mountain, shrouded in mist and mystery, looms majestically in the background, its peak reaching for the heavens. The photograph is a beautiful example of the Photochrom process, a popular method of colorizing photographs during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The process involved hand-painting individual colors onto the photographic emulsion, resulting in a stunning, lifelike image. Abergravenny, located in Monmouthshire, has a rich history that dates back to Roman times. The town's name is believed to have originated from the Old Welsh name for the town, Aber-graven-ni, which means 'mouth of the graves.' The Holy Mountain, a site of pilgrimage for centuries, is believed to have been the site of a 6th-century monastery and is home to numerous legends and folktales. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the past and the daily life of a Welsh town during a bygone era.
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