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Lindisfarne Castle N080248

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Lindisfarne Castle N080248

LINDISFARNE CASTLE, Holy Island, Northumberland. Decaying fishing boat with the castle in the background - monochrome

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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Tide of Time: Lindisfarne Castle and the Forgotten Fishing Boat" 2. In this evocative monochrome print by Paul Marsch, the haunting silhouette of Lindisfarne Castle stands proudly against the backdrop of a stormy North Sea. The castle, a testament to the rich history of England's northern coast, is nestled on Holy Island, a tidal island off the coast of Northumberland. 3. The castle, a Tudor fortification, was built in the 16th century to protect the region from Scottish raids. Its imposing ramparts and towering walls have withstood the test of time, standing as a symbol of resilience and defiance against the relentless sea. 4. In the foreground, a decaying fishing boat lies stranded on the beach, its hull battered and broken, a victim of the unforgiving tide. The boat, once a source of livelihood for the island's residents, now serves as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between man and nature. 5. The castle and the boat, two seemingly disparate elements, are united by the relentless pull of the tide. The sea, both a source of life and destruction, has the power to connect and divide, to reveal and conceal. 6. The print captures the essence of the Northumberland coast, where the past and present collide, where the rugged beauty of the landscape is tempered by the harsh realities of the sea. The decaying boat serves as a reminder of the transience of life, while the castle stands as a symbol of enduring strength and resilience. 7. Paul Marsch's photograph invites us to reflect on the passage of time, the power of the sea, and the indomitable spirit of those who have called this rugged coast home for generations. The print is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and the human connection to it.

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