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Carnival float TS00008
Filename: ts00008.jpg
Size: 4120 x 4242 (9.2MB)
Date: 8th July 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Carnival float TS00008
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire. Britannias float passing the Market Hall in the centre of Chipping Capmden during the annual Floral Festival, watched by large crowds gathered in the street. Hand-tinted lantern slide, photographed by Henry Taunt in 1896
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Media ID 12302445
© Historic England Archive
Archive Colour Leisure Recreation Victorian
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back in time to the vibrant streets of Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire during the annual Floral Festival of 1896. The image showcases a magnificent Carnival float, known as TS00008, created by Britannias and passing by the iconic Market Hall at the heart of town. As if frozen in motion, this hand-tinted lantern slide captures a moment filled with excitement and anticipation. The float itself is an awe-inspiring spectacle adorned with intricate designs and colorful floral arrangements that breathe life into its wooden structure. It stands tall amidst a sea of onlookers who have gathered from far and wide to witness this grand procession. The large crowds lining the street are captivated by the sheer beauty and craftsmanship displayed before them. Henry Taunt's keen eye for detail has expertly captured not only the physicality but also the essence of this joyful event. Through his lens, we can almost hear the sounds of laughter and music filling the air as families come together to celebrate leisurely moments during Victorian times. This remarkable photograph serves as a window into history, reminding us of our shared cultural heritage and providing insight into how communities once found solace in recreation. Its vivid colors bring vibrancy to an era often depicted solely in black-and-white imagery. With every glance at this archive treasure, we are transported back to a time when festivals like these were cherished communal experiences that brought people closer together.
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