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Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath a071818
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Filename: aa071818.jpg
Size: 4342 x 4358 (6.6MB)
Date: 16th May 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
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Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath a071818
WHITESTONE POND, Hampstead Heath, London. View of a boy lying down on the edge of the pond with his hand holding a model yacht on the water. Also, another boy behind him wearing Wellington boots stands on one leg in the water. Date range January 1962 - May 1964. John Gay
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Boat Child Hood Leisure People Play Pond Recreation Water
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This print captures a nostalgic moment at Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath in London. Taken between January 1962 and May 1964 by John Gay, the image portrays the essence of childhood recreation and leisure. In the foreground, we see a young boy lying down on the edge of the pond, his hand delicately holding a model yacht as it glides across the water's surface. The innocence and joy on his face are palpable, reflecting the carefree nature of youth. Behind him stands another boy wearing Wellington boots, balancing effortlessly on one leg in the shallow water. His playful stance adds an element of spontaneity to this idyllic scene. The tranquil pond serves as both a backdrop and playground for these youngsters' imaginations to run wild. It symbolizes their connection with nature and their ability to find solace in its serene beauty. John Gay's skillful composition not only captures this fleeting moment but also evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when children found delight in simple pleasures like playing with toy boats on calm waters. This print is more than just an image; it is a window into an era where childhood was filled with wonderment and exploration. It reminds us all to cherish those precious moments that shape our fondest memories.
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