Temple Henley by  Jeremy King

Temple Henley 1977

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Dimensions: image: 394 x 521 mm

Copyright: © Jeremy King | CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 DEED, Photo: Tate

Editor: This is Jeremy King’s "Temple Henley," a print from the Tate collection. It feels like a hazy memory of a summer day. The colors are soft, and the scene is so tranquil. What catches your eye when you look at it? Curator: Oh, the way the light filters through the willow tree is just magical, isn't it? It reminds me of those days when the world slows down, and you can almost taste the sunshine. Do you get the sense of timelessness too? Editor: Absolutely, there's a stillness to it. How does this timelessness affect the way you see the artwork? Curator: Well, the scene is so classically English, I can almost hear the gentle lapping of the river and the rustle of the grass. It's as if King has captured not just a place, but a feeling, a shared memory. It makes you want to grab a punt, doesn't it? Editor: Definitely, thanks for sharing your insights! Curator: My pleasure! It's amazing how a simple image can evoke so much, isn't it?

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