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Witney Fair TS00006

Witney Fair TS00006


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Filename: ts00006.jpg

Size: 4149 x 4207 (11.7MB)

Date: 8th July 2016

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Archive

Source: Historic England Archive

Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk

Job Title: Photographer

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Witney Fair TS00006

Witney, Oxfordshire. Carousels at Witney Fair, with crowds watching the fun. Hand-tinted lantern slide photographed by Henry Taunt 1890s

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Media ID 12302441

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Archive Colour Leisure Recreation Victorian


EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Witney Fair in the late 1800s, as captured in this stunning hand-tinted lantern slide by renowned Victorian photographer Henry Taunt. The image transports us to the heart of Witney, Oxfordshire, where carousels and merry-go-rounds have become the center of excitement and joy for the crowds gathered. The photograph, taken in the 1890s, showcases the essence of recreational activities during the Victorian era. The carousels, with their colorful horses and intricate designs, are in full swing, their lights twinkling in the evening air. The crowds, dressed in their finest attire, watch with delight as the riders laugh and scream with joy. Children, wide-eyed and full of wonder, cling to their parents' hands, eager to join in the fun. The hand-tinting technique used by Henry Taunt adds an extra layer of magic to the image, bringing the colors to life and making the scene seem all the more enchanting. The tinted hues of the carousel horses, the reds and blues of the spectators' clothing, and the warm glow of the lanterns all contribute to a captivating and nostalgic image that transports us to a bygone era. This photograph is a testament to the importance of leisure activities in the lives of people during the Victorian period. It serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures that brought communities together and the joy that can be found in the simplest of things. Henry Taunt's masterful photography captures not just a moment in time, but the very essence of a vibrant and lively fair, a moment frozen in history for us to cherish and appreciate.

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