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Clowns JLP01_08_053676
Filename: jlp01_08_053676.jpg
Size: 5286 x 5329 (5.7MB)
Date: 22nd February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive
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Clowns JLP01_08_053676
JOHN LAING AND SON LIMITED, PAGE STREET, MILL HILL, BARNET, GREATER LONDON. Two men, dressed as clowns, entertaining children at a childrens Christmas party at Mill Hill.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
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Media ID 24392084
© Historic England Archive
1950s Childhood Children Entertainment Laing Spirit Christmas Decorations Tinsel
EDITORS COMMENTS
This heartwarming print captures a moment of pure joy and laughter at a children's Christmas party in Mill Hill, Greater London. The image showcases the timeless appeal of clowns as two men, dressed in vibrant costumes, entertain a group of excited children. The scene is adorned with festive decorations, including sparkling tinsel and charming Christmas ornaments that add to the magical atmosphere. It transports us back to the 1950s when childhood was filled with innocence and wonder. The photograph is part of the Breaking New Ground Project, which aims to preserve and celebrate our rich cultural heritage in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust. This collaboration ensures that precious moments like these are immortalized for future generations to appreciate. In this snapshot, we witness not only the contagious laughter shared between clowns and children but also the spirit of community fostered by such gatherings. It serves as a reminder of how simple acts of entertainment can bring people together during special occasions like Christmas. As we gaze upon this delightful image from A© Historic England Archive, let it serve as an enduring testament to the power of joy and celebration in our lives – reminding us all to embrace our inner child and cherish those moments that make us smile.
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