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Summer Days, c. 1866 (albumen print from a collodion-on-glass negative)
STC224285 Summer Days, c.1866 (albumen print from a collodion-on-glass negative) by Cameron, Julia Margaret (1815-79); 35x27.2 cm; Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23193576
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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Summer Days, c. 1866 - A Glimpse into Victorian Sisterhood
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. This photograph titled "Summer Days, c. 1866" transports us back to a bygone era of innocence and sisterly bonds. Taken by the talented Julia Margaret Cameron, this albumen print captures a group of women and children enjoying the warm embrace of summer. The image showcases a delightful gathering of sisters adorned in fashionable sun hats, their faces illuminated with joyous smiles. The intricate details captured through Cameron's collodion-on-glass negative technique bring forth an ethereal quality that adds to the timeless charm of the photograph. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, we are reminded of simpler times when leisurely days were spent basking in nature's beauty. The composition exudes an aura of serenity as these ladies revel in each other's company amidst lush surroundings. The young girl at the center steals our hearts with her innocent gaze and playful demeanor. She embodies the carefree spirit that defines childhood summers - a time for exploration and endless possibilities. Preserved within Victoria & Albert Museum's prestigious Stapleton Collection, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten. It serves as a testament to both Julia Margaret Cameron's artistic prowess and her ability to capture fleeting moments filled with love and laughter. Intriguingly nostalgic yet undeniably relevant today, "Summer Days" continues to inspire viewers across generations with its celebration of familial ties
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