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City Gate, Wells (b/w photo) Bishop's Palace, Wells Cathedral (b/w photo)
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City Gate, Wells (b/w photo) Bishop's Palace, Wells Cathedral (b/w photo)
CLF294168 City Gate, Wells (b/w photo) Bishop's Palace, Wells Cathedral (b/w photo) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); (add.info.: The Bishop's Palace, in Wells, Somerset, adjacent to Wells Cathedral and has been the home of the Bishops of the Diocese of Bath and Wells for 800 years;); © Country Life
Media ID 32210808
© © Country Life / Bridgeman Images
1853 1943 Castellated Crenellated Crenellations Evans Evans Frederick H Frederick H Frederick Henry Evans Gothic Tracery Limestone Mullion Window Mullioned Windows Pinnacle Pinnacles Stonework Britisch Britisch Egnland Uk United Kingdom
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This print showcases the magnificent City Gate and Bishop's Palace in Wells, Somerset. The image, captured by Frederick Henry Evans, transports us back in time to a place steeped in history and grandeur. The Bishop's Palace, standing proudly adjacent to Wells Cathedral for over 800 years, has been the residence of the Bishops of Bath and Wells. Its castellated structure with mullioned windows, pinnacles, limestone walls adorned with intricate sculptures and crenellations evoke a sense of medieval charm. The gothic tracery on the mullion window adds an ethereal touch to this architectural masterpiece. The pinnacle reaching towards the sky symbolizes both spiritual aspiration and earthly power. Every detail of this cathedral-like palace is meticulously preserved through Evans' lens. The photographer's choice to present this scene in black and white enhances its timeless beauty. The absence of color allows us to focus solely on the intricate stonework that tells stories from centuries past. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported into a world where history comes alive through every stone carving and every carefully crafted archway. It serves as a reminder of our rich heritage and invites us to appreciate the enduring beauty found within our architectural treasures. Evans' skillful photography captures not only an exquisite moment frozen in time but also preserves a piece of England's cultural legacy for generations to come.
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