Confederate Rainbow at Bovina
by T Lowry Wilson
Title
Confederate Rainbow at Bovina
Artist
T Lowry Wilson
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Photograph - Photography
Description
In rural Warren County, Mississippi the Big Black River winds it way through the hills of the local countryside. It passes under the old arch bridge near Bovina, Mississippi as it makes it way through the lowland at sunset.
This particular day a rainbow filled the sky and mimicked the arch of the bridge after a rain storm had just passed through. As has happened many times before (as evidenced by the high water marks on the arches of the bridge) the rain didn't cause the river to swell which has been known to flood.
A long time fixture of this Kansas City Southern railroad trestle is the confederate flag that is painted on the inside of one of the arches. The setting sun seems to highlight that particular area of the old trestle. I've often wondered what brave soul climbed up to that spot to paint the flag.
Just like in the days of Noah, the rainbow seems to be saying that everything is going to be ok as the fading light of the afternoon is focused on the flag.
Whether you agree with the flag or not this image speaks volumes.
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Copyright 2015 T Lowry Wilson / Old South Images
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September 7th, 2015
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Comments (18)
Debra Martz
Also, the light which illuminates the Confederate Flag on the arch! Great timing getting the rainbow!
Judy Vincent
This image is being featured in the “Photography ONLY – Landscapes and Landmarks” group – one of the most active groups on Fine Art America featuring the best landscape photographers in the world! Congratulations on your excellent work!
Kathleen K Parker
Superb image, really interesting description, and I too wonder what brave so we got up there to paint the rebel flag on the bridge. I love this composition , TL! Kk :)
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