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Shilbottle Lee Avenue RAC01_01_05_16
Filename: rac01_01_05_16.jpg
Size: 5996 x 4337 (2.3MB)
Date: 31st August 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Shilbottle Lee Avenue RAC01_01_05_16
34 - 40 Lee Avenue, Shilbottle, Northumberland. A row of terraced housing at 34 - 40 Lee Avenue, Shilbottle, Northumberland, viewed from the north, showing two men and two women sunbathing outside of number 38, 1960-1965. Photographed for the Architects, Reavell and Cahill
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Media ID 23345606
© Historic England Archive
House Mid 20th Century Street Sun Bathing Terraced Houses
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a slice of life in mid-20th century Shilbottle, Northumberland. The image showcases a row of charming terraced houses on Lee Avenue, with number 38 taking center stage. Taken between 1960 and 1965 by Philipson and Son Limited for the Architects Reavell and Cahill, this photograph offers a glimpse into the daily routines of its residents. In the foreground, two men and two women can be seen basking in the warm sunlight outside number 38. Their relaxed postures suggest they are enjoying a leisurely sunbathing session on this picturesque street. The simplicity of their activity reflects an era when people found solace in simple pleasures amidst bustling neighborhoods. The architectural style of these terraced houses is characteristic of that time period, showcasing uniformity yet individuality within each dwelling. These homes were undoubtedly witnesses to countless stories unfolding behind their doors – tales of love, laughter, and perhaps even hardship. As we peer into this snapshot from history, we are reminded that every house holds memories unique to its inhabitants. This particular image evokes nostalgia for simpler times while also serving as a testament to the enduring charm of Shilbottle's architecture. Philipson and Son Limited have masterfully captured not just buildings but also moments frozen in time through their lens. This print stands as both an artistic representation and historical documentation that allows us to appreciate the beauty found within everyday scenes from our past.
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