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Photo Mug : Higher Bockhampton near Dorchester, Dorset
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Higher Bockhampton near Dorchester, Dorset
Cottage at Higher Bockhampton near Dorchester, Dorset, birthplace of Thomas Hardy.
1924
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Media ID 14416129
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Birthplace Cottage Cottages Dorchester Dorset Fiction Hardy Higher Poetry Prose Thatched 1924
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Bring a piece of picturesque Dorset to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring this beautiful image of Higher Bockhampton near Dorchester, Dorset, taken by Mary Evans Picture Library in 1924, these mugs showcase the charming cottage that once served as the birthplace of renowned author Thomas Hardy. Each mug holds your favorite beverage in high style, making it an ideal gift for literature lovers, history enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the simple pleasures of country living. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening tea while being transported to the enchanting landscapes of Dorset with every sip.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the picturesque cottage at Higher Bockhampton, located near the historic market town of Dorchester in Dorset, England. Dating back to the late 19th century, this quintessential English cottage was the birthplace of renowned author Thomas Hardy in 1840. Set amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery of the West Country, the cottage exudes a sense of tranquility and serenity that would have undoubtedly influenced Hardy's prolific literary career. The thatched roof, whitewashed walls, and quaint garden are quintessential features of the region's traditional architecture. Hardy's works, which span both prose and poetry, are deeply rooted in the Dorset countryside and often explore themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Some of his most famous novels, including "The Mayor of Casterbridge," "Far from the Madding Crowd," and "The Return of the Native," are set in this very landscape. The photograph, taken in 1924 during the 1920s, offers a glimpse into the past and transports us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace. The cottage at Higher Bockhampton remains a cherished piece of literary history and a testament to the enduring beauty and charm of the English countryside.
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