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White Dove, Oxenham
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White Dove, Oxenham
At Oxenham house, Devon, a white dove was seen as an omen of woe relating to the head of the house who was away adventuring with Drake
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Dove Omen Relating Adventuring Myth
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In this evocative photograph, a solitary white dove takes flight against the backdrop of a sprawling, ancient English manor house. The image, titled "White Dove, Oxenham," transports us back in time to the 16th century and the storied halls of Oxenham House in Devon. This historic estate, steeped in myth and legend, was once the seat of the Oxenham family, who held a distinguished place in the annals of English history. At the time this photograph was taken, the head of the Oxenham household was away on an adventure with the renowned English sea captain, Sir Francis Drake. Drake, a legendary figure in his own right, was known for his daring exploits at sea, including circumnavigating the globe between 1577 and 1580. The sighting of the white dove was believed to be an omen of woe, a portent of misfortune or tragedy. In the folklore of the time, a white dove was considered a messenger of the gods, and its appearance was often seen as a harbinger of bad news. The absence of the lord of the manor, coupled with the ominous presence of the dove, would have cast a pall over the Oxenham estate and its inhabitants. As we gaze upon this hauntingly beautiful image, we are transported back to a time when the natural world was believed to hold deep meaning and significance. The white dove, with its ethereal grace and pure white plumage, stands as a poignant reminder of the inexorable passage of time and the enduring power of myth and legend. This photograph, a captivating glimpse into the past, invites us to ponder the mysteries of history and the enduring allure of the stories that shape our collective imagination. The White Dove of Oxenham remains a captivating enigma, a symbol of the past that continues to intrigue and inspire us to this day.
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