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Hester Tradescant
HESTER TRADESCANT wife of John Tradescant the elder (and mother of the younger), found drowned in her pond at Lambeth. Date: ? - 1678
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1678 Drowned Elder Found Hester Lambeth Pond Tradescant Younger
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In this poignant image, Hester Tradescant, the beloved wife of John Tradescant the Elder and mother of John Tradescant the Younger, is depicted in a quiet moment of reflection. The scene is set at their residence in Lambeth, London, where Hester is known to have maintained a beautiful garden filled with exotic plants collected from around the world. The year is 1678, and tragedy has struck the Tradescant family. Hester Tradescant, a woman of great intellect and curiosity, was known for her passion for horticulture and natural history. She was a devoted wife and mother, and her loss was deeply felt by her husband and son. The circumstances surrounding her death are shrouded in mystery, but it is believed that she was found drowned in the pond on their estate. The image captures Hester in a thoughtful pose, her gaze fixed on the water's surface. She is dressed in a flowing gown, the fabric rippling gently in the breeze. In her hands, she holds a small posy of flowers, a reminder of the beauty and fleeting nature of life. The serene expression on her face belies the sadness that must have been in her heart. The Tradescant family was well-known in their time for their contributions to the world of horticulture and natural history. John Tradescant the Elder was a gardener and collector, and his son, John Tradescant the Younger, would go on to become a renowned botanist and curator. Hester's untimely death was a great loss to them both, and her memory was kept alive through their work. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and sadness of life, and the enduring legacy of the Tradescant family in the world of horticulture and natural history. The tranquil scene of Hester by the pond invites us to reflect on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have.
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