The two men and their horse have put last week’s exertion behind them and are engaging in conversation while the listening horse has its ears pricked for any worthwhile gossip. Here we have a portrait study while Powering up was a full paced, all action thriller. Taken perhaps a week or so later than last month’s frenetic image, Powering Up, this day’s activity is altogether calmer. GOAP 0583 Stacking straw Monksgrange, Co. Deterred forever thereafter, the ladies thus allowed the contemplative saint to stand still long enough for a blackbird to nest in the palm of his outstretched hand. His celibacy was supported by beds of nettles which he plucked to fend off the approaches of female admirers. Kevin, Glendalough provided the holy man a life of harmony with nature satisfying his desire for solitude and asceticism. The arch of three orders is supported on three pillars ornately decorated with chevrons, Celtic motifs in spirals and floral and animal designs. Nonetheless, Orpen’s eye is for the overall sense of this important element of the Glendalough monastic site. The 12th century Augustinian church with Romanesque detailing and carved stone imagery is unfortunately compromised by poor 19th century restoration. Here St Saviour’s Priory at Glendalough is bathed in a celestial glow which seems to suggest that the ruin is more inspiring than its original. Using natural light to best advantage was a strong part of Orpen’s photography. Wicklow.Ĭ1900 Lantern slide 5.7 x 5.7 cm by Goddard Orpen GOAL 0173 St.Saviour’s Priory, Glendalough, Co.
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