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Waiting for the Rails Head Ferry, Isleworth CC72_02178
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Waiting for the Rails Head Ferry, Isleworth CC72_02178
NAZARETH HOUSE, Isleworth, Hounslow, London. The buildings of the convent of the Sisters of Nazareth, rebuilt on the site of Isleworth House by Edward Blore in 1832, taken from across the river Thames. A young lady is waiting for the Rails Head ferry boat in the foreground. Photographed by Henry Taunt between 1860 - 1922
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This evocative photograph, titled "Waiting for the Rails Head Ferry, Isleworth CC72_02178," captures a moment in time along the banks of the River Thames in London. The scene is set at Nazareth House in Isleworth, Hounslow, where the Sisters of Nazareth had rebuilt their convent on the site of the historic Isleworth House by Edward Blore in 1832. In the foreground, a young lady stands patiently, her back towards the camera, as she waits for the Rails Head ferry boat to arrive. The serene expression on her face and the calmness of the scene around her convey a sense of tranquility and anticipation. The convent buildings, with their grand architecture and picturesque gardens, are reflected in the still waters of the Thames, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. The photograph was captured by renowned English photographer Henry Taunt between 1860 and 1922. Taunt was known for his detailed and meticulously composed images, and this photograph is no exception. The use of natural light, the clear focus on the subject, and the intricate details of the convent buildings all contribute to a stunning visual representation of a bygone era. The Rails Head Ferry, which is not mentioned in the title, would have provided essential transport links between the two sides of the river, connecting communities and facilitating trade and commerce. This photograph, however, offers a glimpse into a simpler time, where the wait for the ferry was an opportunity for reflection and contemplation, and the beauty of the natural and built environment could be savored in the quiet stillness of the moment.
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