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Behold the enchanting beauty of nature embodied in this charming grey squirrel! ️ With its soft, silver-gray fur and curious, beady eyes, it gracefully navigates the branches, bringing life and energy to the lush greenery of the forest.
In this serene moment frozen in time, the squirrel perches atop a sturdy tree limb, its delicate paws clinging effortlessly to the bark. Its fluffy tail acts as a natural balancing tool, swaying gently in the breeze as if in perfect harmony with the surrounding foliage.
With remarkable agility and acrobatic prowess, the grey squirrel leaps from branch to branch, exploring its arboreal playground with boundless curiosity. Its inquisitive nature makes it a playful observer of the world, always on the lookout for hidden treasures and tasty treats.
As the sun casts dappled light through the canopy, illuminating the squirrel's fur with a touch of ethereal glow, it becomes a living embodiment of tranquility and grace. This captivating creature serves as a reminder of the delicate balance and resilience found in nature's tapestry.
In this photograph, the grey squirrel becomes the protagonist of its own tale, inviting us to embrace the wonders of the natural world. Its presence reminds us to pause, appreciate the smaller moments, and celebrate the beauty that surrounds us.
Let this image serve as a gentle invitation to explore the enchanting world of grey squirrels and to cherish the remarkable creatures that inhabit our shared planet. May it inspire awe, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the intricate wonders that exist just outside our windows.
The River Liffey (Irish: An Life) is a river in Ireland, which flows through the centre of Dublin. Its major tributaries include the River Dodder, the River Poddle and the River Camac. The river supplies much of Dublin's water and a range of recreational activities.
Ptolemy's Geography (2nd century AD) described a river, perhaps the Liffey, which he labelled Οβοκα (Oboka). Ultimately this led to the name of the River Avoca.
The Liffey was previously named An Ruirthech, meaning "fast (or strong) runner". The word Liphe (or Life) referred originally to the name of the plain through which the river ran, but eventually came to refer to the river itself. It was also known as the Anna Liffey, possibly from an anglicisation of Abhainn na Life, the Irish phrase that translates into English as "River Liffey". James Joyce embodies the river as "Anna Livia Plurabelle" in Finnegans Wake.
Neuschwanstein embodies both the contemporaneous architectural fashion known as castle romanticism, and King Ludwig II's enthusiasm for the operas of Richard Wagner. At the time of King Ludwig's death the palace was far from complete. He slept only 11 nights in the castle.
The awe-inspiring sight of a family of five majestic elephants in the stunning Maasai Mara National Reserve. This captivating photo captures the essence of the bond and harmony shared among these gentle giants, towering against the backdrop of the vast savannah. With their large, flapping ears and gracefully swaying trunks, they navigate the golden grasslands, creating a remarkable sight that embodies the harmony and strength of family bonds in the animal kingdom.
As you take in this mesmerizing scene, imagine the intricate social dynamics, the shared knowledge passed down through generations, and the profound sense of protection and love that unites these magnificent creatures. Let this extraordinary moment in Maasai Mara remind us of the importance of preserving and respecting the natural world, ensuring that future generations can witness the beauty and wonder of these incredible animals.
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April 12, 2015. We had spent the afternoon at the local pub, playing pool, having a few awful beers, and eating half-frozen pies. I had my fingers crossed that sunset would turn something special on for us at this windmill, and shortly after, we were flying down the highway in a bid to catch the light before it drifted below a thick cloud teetering on the horizon.
After dodging a few emu's at high speed, we arrived at one of my most loved Australian scenes. This windmill embodies the classic Australian outback feeling better than anywhere else I've found.
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Puerto Villamil (on the southeastern corner of Isla Isabela) embodies the archetypal end of the road – in a good way, the kind that lures weary city folks to pick up and move halfway around the world. Backed by a lagoon where flamingos and marine iguanas live, and situated on a beautiful white-sand beach, it’s a sleepy village of sandy roads and small homes. However, overdevelopment threatens, and there’s been something of a mini building boom over the past several years.
Undoubtedly, when General José Villamil moved here in 1832 with hopes of organizing a model community made up mostly of whalers, he found the location as beguiling as do today’s visitors. Unfortunately, the draftees’ peaceful inclinations proved to be more utopian than real, and they ended up destroying the colony. Villamil later introduced cows, horses and donkeys, which quickly reproduced, threatening the island’s delicate ecosystem.
"“See you at Sunset!” This iconic phrase has embodied the spirit and history of Key West since the event took off in the late 1960s! Beginning two hours before sunset, it’s a celebration and view that has captured the love and astonishment of iconic figures from Mark Twain in the 1800s to Tennessee Williams in the late 20th century! The Key West Sunset Celebration invites everyone to partake in watching the glowing pink and red sun sink into the Gulf of Mexico horizon. The nightly festival hosts visitors from all over the world who come to take part in the magicians, jugglers, clowns, psychics, local musicians, artists, and food vendors that combine for an incredible cultural experience. It is a fusion of friends and talents that has captivated tourists and locals alike. This nightly party has everything any local or guest could ever hope to stumble upon. The beauty, sheer history, and pure passion of this event have been immortalized in renowned art, stories, poetry, and photography!"
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Probably nothing too spectacular to many onlookers. It nonetheless embodies a kind of oriental beauty and harmony in it which has a lot to do with Buddhism and a simple and ecological way of living. A Flickr friend of mine told me that more than half of the Japanese are still Buddhists ...
In contrast, we have something like Klimt in the West
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Japanese Gardens of Kyoto
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Vacant Houses
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Czech Pianists, Valentina Kameníková : Chopin
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Valentina Kamenikova (born Odessa) plays Chopin. 4 Ballades
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Abstract i did while playing with a full moon capture of mine,i just added the yellow splotch.
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Windsor Castle is a royal residence at Windsor in the English county of Berkshire. It is strongly associated with the English and succeeding British royal family, and embodies almost a millennium of architectural history. Wikipedia
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McDonald's Creek stretches twenty miles to embody some of the most scenic views in Glacier National Park. It cuts through layers of fascinating geology and follows a large portion of "Going to the Sun," one of the most scenic drives in the park. As a main staple for the Kootenai Indians, it brought food, water and provided a gorgeous, natural location for their sacred ceremonies. The crystal clear water's path goes from wide to narrow, rushing to meandering steep canyon waterfalls to wide stepped falls, tumbling over shelves of bright red and green shales.
Polka dots are one of the most commonly-worn prints on the planet and they are making a stylish comeback in 2023 and are having quite the moment here in Second Life.
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Chaos embodied in a young Redbud Tree, Cercis canadensis, planted between the road and the old woodland in Cullinan Park, Sugar Land, Texas. Reminded me of the stringy distribution of Dark Matter on a cosmic scale, and of Vincent van Gogh’s “Flowering Plum Tree” (after Hiroshige, 1887), and especially “Almond Blossom” (1890), painted just before his death. Saw an exhibit of his work at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam some decades ago, which was interspersed with work by his contemporaries, treating similar subjects in not too dissimilar styles. On every wall, the merest glance would suffice to identify van Gogh, which invariably jumped out of the crowd to grab my attention.
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Opals
Macro Mondays - theme: Superstition
30-image focus stack.
The opals are just under 3" across. For an image with scale, see here (although the link may not work since the Flickr update) :
www.flickr.com/photos/kuriyan/47933761638/in/photostream/
Wikipedia:
"In the Middle Ages, opal was considered a stone that could provide great luck because it was believed to possess all the virtues of each gemstone whose color was represented in the color spectrum of the opal. It was also said to grant invisibility if wrapped in a fresh bay leaf and held in the hand ... Following the publication of Sir Walter Scott's Anne of Geierstein in 1829, opal acquired a less auspicious reputation. In Scott's novel, the Baroness of Arnheim wears an opal talisman with supernatural powers. When a drop of holy water falls on the talisman, the opal turns into a colorless stone and the Baroness dies soon thereafter. Due to the popularity of Scott's novel, people began to associate opals with bad luck and death ... Even as recently as the beginning of the 20th century, it was believed that when a Russian saw an opal among other goods offered for sale, he or she should not buy anything more, as the opal was believed to embody the evil eye."
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Neuschwanstein embodies both the contemporaneous architectural fashion known as castle romanticism, and King Ludwig II's enthusiasm for the operas of Richard Wagner. At the time of King Ludwig's death the palace was far from complete. He slept only 11 nights in the castle.
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When in doubt, just goat for it!
As the sun dips behind the peaks, casting a fiery glow over the rugged landscape, a solitary, young mountain goat stands poised on the craggy ridge. The evening light illuminates its thick, white fur, which contrasts starkly against the darkened rocks beneath its hooves. The goat's steady gaze surveys the horizon, contemplating its next step, embodying the untamed spirit and resilience of wildlife that thrives in these high-altitude environments. This serene moment, where nature's beauty and harshness meet, is captured in perfect harmony. When I lift up the camera all the bad things in life go away... that's why I love photography.
Ancient Kashi, previously known as Benares and now called Varanasi, remains one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. This timeless city embodies enlightenment and liberation from the perpetual cycle of rebirth, driven by the force of karma.
In 1987, I had the privilege of visiting Varanasi and capturing this photograph of four rural women embarking on a sacred pilgrimage. They stand gracefully in front of one of the majestic temples (this one a mosque) that grace the shores of the sacred Ganges, a testament to the city's profound spiritual significance.
From my slide archives: the picture was originally photographed on Fuji Chrome film with my Nikon FE2 camera and 130mm lens. I photographed the slide bracketing it with a Nikon D850 camera and enhanced the picture in Lightroom, Photoshop, and Topaz.
By Kevin Dubois
JOHN MANN LOSS OF FOUND
Loss of Found is Kevin Dubois' representation of the brain of his friend John Mann. Dubois has chosen "marble" Mann's brain. The humour and irony inherent in this sculpture embody qualities that Dubois knows and loves in Mann. The marbles contain the poignancy of a time gone by, representing the "loss" we all are experiencing as Man's early onset of Alzheimer's progresses. The beauty of the colour and movement illustrate Mann's beauty as he again leads the way with his ever present dignity and grace.
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Pachamama is a goddess revered by the indigenous people of the Andes. She is also known as the earth/time mother. In Inca mythology, Pachamama is a fertility goddess who presides over planting and harvesting, embodies the mountains, and causes earthquakes. She is also an ever-present and independent deity who has her own self-sufficient and creative power to sustain life on this earth.[1] Her shrines are hallowed rocks, or the boles of legendary trees, and her artists envision her as an adult female bearing harvests of potatoes and coca leaves.
The four cosmological Quechua principles – Water, Earth, Sun, and Moon – claim Pachamama as their prime origin. Priests sacrifice llamas, cuy (guinea pigs), and elaborate, miniature, burned garments to her. Pachamama is the mother of Inti the sun god and Mama Killa the moon goddess. Pachamama is said to also be the wife of Inti, her son.
In pre-Hispanic culture, Pachamama was often a cruel goddess eager to collect her sacrifices. After the Spanish colonization of the Americas, conversion to Roman Catholicism took place and the figure of the Virgin Mary was equated with that of the Pachamama for many of the indigenous people.
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A design that embodies 1930s 'style' with its graceful proportions, curving lines and even window drapes.
This particular plane was used for aerial photo-reconnaissance by the British over Europe in the period before WW2 broke out.
The colour is a strange shade of greeny blue that was supposed to make the aircraft less visible against the sky in some conditions - evidently not the deep blue of the May sky over Old Warden.
Neuschwanstein embodies both the contemporaneous architectural fashion known as castle romanticism, and King Ludwig II's enthusiasm for the operas of Richard Wagner. At the time of King Ludwig's death the palace was far from complete. He slept only 11 nights in the castle.
“La Feminque Desiree” by its namesake embodies the essence of sexual possession.
The name Desiree is a girl's name of French origin meaning "desired, wished". La Feminique Desiree is thus implicit of a woman who becomes the object of desire for a man. She is both mysterious and sensual in truest surrealist spirit - his ultimate sexual fantasy underscored by the passionate quest to possess her.
It’s beautiful shrug top teasingly reveals the underbust. The sensuous shorts’ scantily side-tied appearance begs to be explored. Combined, these sexy pieces illicit nothing short of pure sexual empowerment. I think that Jenny should have sewn a warning label into this gorgeous, sensual, and sexy outfit.
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Floor level view of one of the 16 body parts anchoring the massive web of red string covering the entire room. Artwork by Chiharu Shiota titled "Absence Embodied" at the Art Gallery of South Australia.
Captured at the break of day, this image embodies the essence of Pazhaverkadu's vibrant marine life. A local fisherman, aboard his trusty motorized boat, embarks on the day's first expedition. The calm water reflects the rising sun as it lifts the veil of night. It's a daily ritual that resonates with the heartbeat of the coast, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who thrive at the seam of water and sky.
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Circus Lane is one of the best little hidden gems in Edinburgh.
Circus Lane is nestled in Stockbridge but few people know about it! It’s definitely worth a short stroll down, as it’s one of the most charming streets in Edinburgh. Stockbridge is known as an artists, writers, poets, and musicians’ area, and Circus Lane truly embodies the laid back, whimsical, and quirky charm that flows through the neighbourhood. With it’s cobbled path and ivy-framed doorways, Circus Lane is a quick stop that you absolutely shouldn’t miss
Circus Lane is a mews lane from around 1765. A mews lane is essentially, a row of stables and carriage houses that had homes or spaces to live directly above them (like a modern day garage). They were actually built on the backside of homes, typically owned by more wealthy residents. So even in 1765, Circus Lane was a hot spot!
I started my walk from Princes street, I took a turn into Frederick street and walked down until I saw St. Stephen’s Church at the very end. Frederick street changed its name several times, but you just walk straight down. The church was completed in 1828, designed by William Henry Playfair, and home to Europe’s longest clock pendulum! Circus lane is located on the left side of the church
Moose embodies grace and represents adaptation, energy, strength, and movement.
My first wildlife picture!
The Greeks spun tales of mint inviting divine favor, while the British royals scattered it for a pleasant atmosphere. This herb whispers of healing and purification, transcending mere culinary use to embody spiritual wholesomeness.
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Cherry blossoms (sakura) embody profound and often contrasting meanings. Primarily, they symbolize the fleeting nature of life, as their vibrant beauty peaks briefly before the petals fall and wither. This ephemeral quality also ties them to themes of both life and death: they herald spring’s renewal yet serve as a reminder of mortality.
In Japanese culture, cherry blossoms are deeply symbolic, appearing in art, literature, and film. Historically, they mirrored the short but intense lives of samurai, who adhered to bushido (a code of honor, discipline, and fearlessness). Fallen petals were likened to warriors’ sacrifices. During WWII, kamikaze pilots painted sakura on their planes to represent dying “like falling blossoms” for the emperor.
Rooted in folk beliefs, sakura were once tied to agricultural fertility. The term sakura may derive from sa (rice paddy deity) and kura (a deity’s seat). People believed mountain spirits, later revered as rice gods, dwelled in cherry trees. This led to spring pilgrimages to worship them.
The tradition of Hanami (flower viewing) originated as rituals to pray for bountiful harvests, with offerings made beneath blooming trees. Today, it is a festive spring gathering where people picnic, sing, and celebrate under sakura.
Scientific Classification:
Kingdom: Plantae
Clades: Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Order: Rosales
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Prunus
Subgenus: Cerasus
Iidabashi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
This photo was taken during my first days in Japan, coinciding with the peak of spring blooming — a serendipitous welcome to the country’s iconic season.
O vermelho é a cor mais fria.
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[PT] Entre ruas, sombras e ficções
Contemplo ruas, pessoas e pedras, entre ficções e esquecimentos, inspirado no poeta, talvez, percebo as sombras dos gestos de outros, a poesia do crepúsculo, um desassossego.
“...todos somos igualmente derivados de não sei quê, sombras de gestos feitos por outrem, efeitos encarnados, consequências que sentem.” (Fernando Pessoa, Livro do Desassossego, v.164)
[ES] Entre calles, sombras y ficciones
Contemplo calles, personas y piedras, entre ficciones y olvidos, inspirado en el poeta, quizás, percibo las sombras de los gestos de otros, la poesía del crepúsculo, una inquietud.
“...todos somos igualmente derivados de no sé qué, sombras de gestos hechos por otra persona, efectos encarnados, consecuencias que sienten.” (Fernando Pessoa, Libro del desasosiego, v.164)
[ENG] Between streets, shadows and fictions
I contemplate streets, people and stones, between fictions and oblivion, inspired by the poet, perhaps, I perceive the shadows of the gestures of others, the poetry of twilight, a restlessness.
“...we are all equally derived from I don't know what, shadows of gestures made by someone else, embodied effects, consequences they feel.” (Fernando Pessoa, Book of Disquiet, v.164)
None of these portraits won the Archibald, but they embodied the growing celebrity culture of the second half of the 20th century. In the world of Australian celebrity these two people stand out: Internationally known comedian Barry Humphries en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Humphries and Ian “Molly” Meldrum en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molly_Meldrum. Although Molly is well known in rock music circles around the world for his quirky and passionate interviews, Barry is best known as his alter-ego Dame Edna Everage. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G6K34GWeas
The colourful painting of Edna Everage resplendent in pink gloves and coat, with lime green dress and blue floral hat was painted by one of Australia’s greatest artists who usually worked in monochromatic tones of brown. It will surprise some people that this is by John Brack (1920-1999). www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMNuO_5YSFk
The painting was entered in the Archibald in 1969 when Barry Humphries was becoming established in Britain as a major star.
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In this photograph I was fascinated to see the way the woman looking at this painting was wearing similar spectacles and hair style and the line of her neck matches that of Edna’s back.
The portrait of a confident looking Molly Meldrum is a tour de force by Wes Walters in 1983. Anyone who knows his interview style understands this was not always the case. www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0FooK4X9Zo
But the Egyptian theme is certainly something that fits Meldrum completely. He is a passionate collector of Egyptian artefacts. www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/artboards/archie-100/the-cult-o...
Temperance. Prudence. Courage. Justice.
The classic virtues are embodied by those who have earned the distinction to watch over the most sacred place in our country. In times of uncertainty, in times of war, in times of peace and prosperity, these young men and women remain ever vigilant, determined to achieve perfection in their duty.
None of them know who is entombed here. It is impossible to know if the unknown soldiers lived in a manner consistent with the honor bestowed upon them - it is unimportant. The tomb symbolizes the great sacrifice ordinary citizens have paid in order to secure the Blessings of our Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity.
Unfortunately, in an age of increased jingoism espoused by demagogues, this symbolism often becomes distorted. Our nation thrives not because good men and women paid the ultimate measure of devotion to its cause. That sacrifice can never be repaid, nor should it be the goal to which our youth are called to aspire.
Constitutional scholar and Professor of Law at Duke University, H. Jefferson Powell finished an essay (published in The Summer 2006 edition of The Green Bag) entitled 'Constitutional Virtues' with the following: "The Constitution requires of us that we achieve decency and humanity. In that demand it achieves authority over us, not because we the People made it, but because it makes of us a People that we ought to be."
What matters more than the symbolism of the Tomb of the Unknowns is the fact that, in every generation, principled young men and women aspire to uphold these virtues above any circumstance or outside influence surrounding them. It is in the dedication of the Sentinel, who guards the honored unknown, that the power of their sacrifice is best represented. How powerful it would be if more Americans would routinely take 21-seconds to pause, vigilantly reflect, and aspire to be more humane and decent...in other words, more perfect in our duty as citizens.
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Teylers in Haarlem embodies the great ideals of the Enlightenment. The fortune of Pieter Teyler (1702-1778) was used to found a centre for contemporary art and science. It was conceived as a Mouseion or Musaeum, referring to the great institution in Alexandria, in which scholars and collections were brought together under one roof to pursue knowledge and to create art. It was a revolutionary act to install such a centre for burghers by burghers without any influence of the authorities. The monopoly on information by authorities was thus changed into a democracy of knowledge.
Lectures, demonstrations, scientific research and the creation of art all took place on its premises. Immediately after its foundation Teylers developed close ties with the scientific world in Europe, resulting in a stream of visitors, correspondence and the acquisition of objects for scientific use or for artistic inspiration. Its first acquisition was the Encyclopédie by Diderot and d'Alembert.
The epic centre of the activities was the Oval Room, finished in 1784, which was built behind the house of Pieter Teyler. In the course of time new rooms were added, responding to new needs of the public and the scientists and to the growing collections. Once installed the rooms were never changed. From c. 1920 it was not longer possible to finance the activities of the scientists and the artists and the transition to a museum was completed.
The Teylers museum has been on the TENTATIVE UNESCO World Heritage list since 2011.
Traditional Fishermen in North-eastern Brazil: This evocative black-and-white photo captures two fishermen pulling their nets from the sea, embodying the timeless and labour-intensive livelihood of the coastal communities in Brazil's northeast. The serene ocean backdrop and the distant boat emphasize the simplicity and resilience of their way of life.
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A Stunning Sim of reflection, peace, and pause. In our world today we sincerely need a place that emotes this for our sanity. Beautifully done.
行到水穷处，坐看云起时。
Walk to where the waters end,
Sit and watch the clouds arise.
Wang Wei (699-761)
When you walk to the end of the road, don’t hesitate or rush. Sitting down and watching the clouds float is also part of life. Sometimes, it’s a good idea to relax and enjoy the scenery.
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The Pump Room, with its Corinthian columns, glittering chandelier and spa fountain embodies what was once the heart of the Georgian social scene, when high society flocked to the city for the waters which they believed would relieve all their illnesses and discomforts.
Building began in 1789 and was completed a decade later. Whilst the Romans would have bathed in the mineral-rich water, it was the Georgians who began drinking it in the late seventeenth century. They came here to take the waters, which you can still do today.
The waters are pumped from the ornate King’s spring water fountain, overlooking the Roman Baths. Just inside the entrance to the Pump Room you might also notice a Bath Chair. Once a common sight in Georgian Bath, the Bath Chair was eventually replaced with the two-man Sedan Chair, and these were used to carry visitors to the waters.
Inside the Pump Room you will also see the statue of Richard ‘Beau’ Nash. Nash was a legendary gambler and socialite that played a key role in the shaping of Bath’s society and culture in the 1700s. He was also known as the ‘Master of Ceremonies,’ introducing a new form of social conduct to the city.
The novelist Jane Austen was very familiar with the Pump Room, and used it as a setting in her novels Northanger Abbey and Persuasion. It was the place where 'every creature in Bath was to be seen in the room at different periods of the fashionable hours'.
Today it is home to The Pump Room Restaurant. Open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, the Pump Room Trio or Pianist play every day for your enjoyment.
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The Hume-Rowe House is an excellent example of vernacular Victorian residential architecture embodying elements of the Queen Anne style. The house features a prominent canted hipped roof, a bay window, a wraparound porch, a railing with gingerbread-style brackets, and turned wood balusters.
J.L. Hume, president of the First National Bank, purchased this property in 1897 and built the house around 1905, although it is still being determined whether the Hume family ever lived here. In 1905, Hume sold the property to Callie May Rowe, the daughter of James Cato Rowe and his wife, Mary.
James was an aide to Robert E. Lee during the Civil War and a member of a pioneer Austin family. Callie and her parents lived there until 1910, when James died. After that, Callie rented the house for several years, and Mary lived there from approximately 1916 to 1920. The house had a long series of owners before it was sold in 2006 to Aryn Sullivan, who applied for historic zoning for the property. Today, the house is a City of Austin Historic Landmark.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990, the Hyde Park Historic District includes an eclectic mixture of architectural styles, from late 19th-century Queen Anne and Classical Revival homes to 20th-century bungalows and ranch houses. Additionally, many of the houses and buildings in Hyde Park have been designated City of Austin Historic Landmarks and Texas Historic Landmarks.
Source: 2019 Hyde Park Neighborhood Association Homes Tour