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Waiting for Decomposition, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
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Waiting for Decomposition, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
Waiting for Decomposition, 1872. Vultures perch on a tree covered in Spanish moss above the rotting corpse of an alligator, Florida, south eastern USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers, Lakes...with Illustrations on Steel and Wood by Eminent American Artists" Vol. I, edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, 1872]
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Waiting for Decomposition, 1872
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is a captivating print that transports us to the eerie swamplands of Florida in the late 19th century. In this haunting image captured by Frederick William Quartley, we witness nature's cycle of life and death unfold before our eyes. Perched on a tree adorned with Spanish moss, vultures ominously survey their surroundings. Their presence signifies the imminent decay and decomposition that awaits the rotting corpse of an alligator below. The scene exudes a sense of foreboding as these birds of prey patiently await their turn to feast upon nature's macabre banquet. Quartley's composition skillfully captures both the beauty and sinister aspects of this exotic landscape. The mangrove swamp adds an element of mystery, its twisted roots reaching out like gnarled fingers from beneath murky waters. The Spanish moss drapes over everything like a shroud, enhancing the atmosphere of desolation and decay. This photograph is part of "Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In" edited by William Cullen Bryant. It serves as a testament to both artistry and documentation during this period in American history. Through Quartley's lens, we are transported back in time to witness not only the natural world but also gain insight into how it was perceived through literature and illustration. "Waiting for Decomposition" invites contemplation about our own mortality while showcasing the intricate interplay between life and death in nature's grand tapestry.
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