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Needwood - Swilcar Oak: etching, nd [c 1820-1850] (print)
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Needwood - Swilcar Oak: etching, nd [c 1820-1850] (print)
5896655 Needwood - Swilcar Oak: etching, nd [c 1820-1850] (print) by Strutt, Jacob George (1790-1864); 34.3x27.9 cm; The William Salt Library, Stafford, UK; (add.info.: The Swilcar Lann Oak. Showing a study of a large tree in a forest. There are men at the foot of the tree bending over a branch which they appear to have sawn off. The oak is in the Kings Woods, Needwood Forest. It is mentioned in Sor Mundays poems as Lear of the Forest Robb d All. The tree was 29 feet in girth.); eWilliam Salt Library; British, out of copyright
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This print titled "Needwood - Swilcar Oak: etching" by Jacob George Strutt showcases a stunning study of a majestic oak tree in the heart of Needwood Forest. The image, created between 1820 and 1850, offers a glimpse into the natural beauty that once thrived in this enchanting woodland. The focal point of the composition is the Swilcar Lann Oak itself, towering above its surroundings with an impressive girth of 29 feet. Its branches reach out towards the sky, while men can be seen at its base, engrossed in their task of sawing off a branch. This scene captures both the awe-inspiring grandeur and human interaction within nature. Known as Lear of the Forest Robb d All in Sor Munday's poems, this ancient oak holds historical significance within Kings Woods. It has witnessed centuries pass by and serves as a testament to nature's resilience and endurance. Displayed at The William Salt Library in Stafford, UK, this print transports viewers back to a time when forests were untouched havens for exploration and contemplation. Bridgeman Images has preserved this piece from British history for all to appreciate. As we admire this ethereal landscape captured on paper, let us reflect on our responsibility to protect and cherish such natural wonders for future generations to enjoy.
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