Tennyson / Hallam Slabs
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Tennyson / Hallam Slabs
Memorial tablets to Tennysons friends Arthur and Henry Hallam, in Clevedon church. His poem In Memoriam was a tribute to Arthur. Date: 1809 - 1892
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1809 1892 Arthur Clevedon Friends Hallam Memoriam Places Poem Slabs Tablets Tennyson Tribute
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1. Title: "In Memoriam: Tennyson's Tribute to His Beloved Friends Arthur and Henry Hallam at Clevedon Church" This evocative photograph captures the Tennyson Slabs, two memorial tablets dedicated to the poet Alfred Lord Tennyson's cherished friends, Arthur Henry Hallam and Henry Hallam, located within the historic St. Andrew's Church in Clevedon, Somerset, England. Dated from 1809 to 1892, these tablets serve as a poignant reminder of the deep bond that existed between Tennyson and the Hallam brothers. Arthur Henry Hallam, a brilliant scholar and diplomat, tragically passed away at the young age of 22 in Vienna, Austria, in 1833. Tennyson, who was deeply affected by his friend's untimely death, penned his most famous work, "In Memoriam A.H.H," as a tribute to Arthur. The poem, published in 1850, is a moving reflection on loss, love, and the passage of time. Henry Hallam, Arthur's father, commissioned the tablets in 1856, and they were designed by the renowned Victorian sculptor, Thomas Wilton. The tablets feature an inscription from "In Memoriam," as well as a portrait of Arthur and an image of the Hallam family crest. The Tennyson Slabs are not only an essential piece of Tennyson's literary history but also a testament to the profound impact that friendship can have on a person's life and work. The photograph, with its soft lighting and intricate details, invites us to contemplate the enduring power of love, loss, and memory. This image is a captivating glimpse into the past, offering a poignant connection to the rich history of literature and friendship. The Tennyson Slabs stand as a poignant reminder of the profound bond between Tennyson and the Hallam family, and the lasting impact of their friendship on Tennyson's literary legacy.
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