I had to check this on hi-res as it looked oversharpened here but in high res it is perfect. Ha, what a gate, very imposing...(not). I like this because we often see these kinds of gates whilst hiking/trekking through the rural countryside.

congrats for 1 and 2

Ha...well at least he let you in! Yes, this speaks loudly of affluence, snobbery, exclusiveness. Did your "distant relative" give you a glass of water to drink? I have been in 'posh' homes where the touch of human kindness is missing....not even a cup of tea....ahhhh. I like this photo because it was taken from the inside of the car further punching out the story of maybe you got in or maybe you just drove off. Nice sharp photo.

I remember years ago I was photographing a similar gate but the house was closer. As I began to shoot, the owner came out screaming at me to get out. I felt sorry for him...just did. I just hope the owner behind this self important gate is living in a happier skin. Nice shot and what I like about it that you have the flowers in the foreground blurred ...that gives the viewer a "witnessing" or seeing something that ought not to be seen.

Nice way of turning a boring gate into one with human interest,like it

Thank you for stopping by.....appreciated.