Edward, The Black Prince

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A couple of weeks ago we went to Canterbury Cathedral.

You are allowed to take photographs inside the Cathedral except in the Crypt. 

I took this one of the tomb of Edward by poking the lens through the bars and setting the exposure a little longer than I wanted.  There is little natural light and I am pleased that this one came out pretty crisp.

The wonder of digital cameras means the other half dozen could be discarded!



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Comments

Trobairitz said…
That photo is way cool. The fleur de lis on his armour is really neat.

I sheepishly admit I read a lot of historical romance set in medieval times and I am a sucker for pics like this, but don't let my secret get out, lol, I have a rep to protect.
31 March 2012 at 01:26
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