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River Thames, Windsor, Berkshire a001155
Filename: aa001155.jpg
Size: 3540 x 5315 (4.0MB)
Date: 25th June 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Job Title: Photographer
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Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
River Thames, Windsor, Berkshire a001155
The path beside the River Thames in Windsor with a man carrying a child on his shoulders. Photographed by Stanley W Rawlings. Date range: 1945-1965
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Media ID 3652656
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This print captures a serene moment along the River Thames in Windsor, Berkshire. Taken by Stanley W Rawlings between 1945 and 1965, it offers a glimpse into a bygone era where simplicity reigned supreme. The image showcases a picturesque path running alongside the tranquil river, inviting viewers to take an imaginary stroll through time. In this idyllic scene, we see a man carrying a child on his shoulders, their figures silhouetted against the backdrop of the flowing water. It is an intimate moment frozen in time, evoking feelings of warmth and tenderness. The man's strong presence exudes protection while the child's innocent joy radiates from their elevated vantage point. The composition is masterfully captured with great attention to detail - from the ripples on the river's surface to the gentle play of light and shadow across both subjects' faces. Through Rawlings' lens, we are transported back to an era when life moved at a slower pace; where families found solace in nature's embrace. This historic photograph not only documents a specific location but also encapsulates universal emotions that transcend time. It serves as a reminder of simpler times spent beside riverside paths – moments cherished for generations to come.
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