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Boys sitting on gate a97_05319
Filename: AA97_05319.jpg
Size: 5048 x 3537 (10.9MB)
Date: 6th December 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Images
Job Title: Photographers
© Historic England Archive
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Boys sitting on gate a97_05319
Boys sitting on kissing gate, Preston Bissett, Buckinghamshire. 1904
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Media ID 14480448
© Historic England Archive
Childhood Children Edwardian People Rural
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Capturing the Essence of Innocence - A Glimpse into Edwardian Childhood
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, titled "Boys sitting on gate a97_05319" transports us back to the idyllic countryside of Preston Bissett in Buckinghamshire during 1904. The image, captured by Alfred Newton and Sons, beautifully encapsulates the carefree spirit of childhood in an era long gone. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness two young boys perched upon a charming kissing gate. Their faces radiate joy as they sit side by side, their legs dangling freely above the lush green meadows that stretch endlessly before them. With straw hats adorning their heads and simple clothing reflecting rural life, these boys epitomize the innocence and simplicity of youth. The tranquil backdrop showcases the picturesque beauty of English countryside living at its finest. Rolling hills dotted with grazing sheep provide a serene atmosphere for these children to explore their surroundings and create lasting memories. It is through images like this that we are reminded of simpler times when nature served as both playground and teacher. Alfred Newton's masterful composition not only captures a moment but also preserves an entire era for future generations to appreciate. As we gaze upon this photograph print from Historic England, let us cherish these fleeting moments forever etched within our collective memory - a testament to the enduring power of nostalgia and our universal longing for carefree days filled with laughter and adventure.
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