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Rain BB98_05778. Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire
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Filename: BB98_05778.jpg
Size: 5493 x 3430 (10.4MB)
Date: 24th May 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Rain BB98_05778. Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire
Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire. People with raincoats and umbrellas walking beside the harbour in the rain. Photographed by Alfred Newton and Sons 1896-1920
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Media ID 12122355
Costume Harbour People Rain Weather
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In this print titled "Rain BB98_05778, " we are transported back in time to the early 20th century, specifically Pier Road in Whitby, North Yorkshire. The image captures a moment of everyday life amidst a drizzling rain shower. As droplets fall from the sky, people adorned in long raincoats and clutching umbrellas navigate their way along the harbour. The photograph, taken by Alfred Newton and Sons between 1896-1920, beautifully encapsulates both the charm and resilience of individuals facing inclement weather. Each figure seems to have embraced their protective attire as they stroll beside the glistening waterway. The contrast between dark clouds above and shimmering reflections below adds an ethereal quality to this historic scene. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into how people adapted to changing weather conditions during that era. It serves as a reminder that despite technological advancements over time, our relationship with nature remains constant – we still seek shelter under umbrellas when caught in unexpected showers. Preserved within Historic England Archive's vast collection of cultural treasures, this photograph invites us to reflect on our shared human experience across generations. It reminds us that even amidst challenging circumstances like rainfall or storms, there is always beauty waiting to be discovered if we take the time to observe it closely – just as Alfred Newton did more than a century ago.
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