Barkham Avenue, Piltdown, Sussex
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Barkham Avenue, Piltdown, Sussex
View looking down the drive c. 1912, including from left to right, Venus Hargreaves, Arthur Smith Woodward (with the goose Chipper), Charles Dawson, and Robert Kenward Snr
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Anatidae Anseriformes Dawson Forgery Fossil Fossilised Fowl Fraud Geese Goose Great Britain Hargreaves Hoax Kenward Photograph Piltdown Piltdown Archive Piltdown Hoax Piltdown Man Charles Dawson
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Prints Online captures a moment frozen in time on Barkham Avenue, Piltdown, Sussex circa 1912. The image features an intriguing lineup of individuals including Venus Hargreaves, Arthur Smith Woodward (accompanied by the charming goose Chipper), Charles Dawson, and Robert Kenward Snr. Each person exudes a sense of curiosity and wonder as they stand together on the drive.
The presence of the goose Chipper adds a whimsical touch to the scene, creating a delightful contrast against the serious expressions of those gathered. This snapshot offers a glimpse into a bygone era when scientific discoveries and hoaxes coexisted in equal measure.
Notably, this photograph is tied to the infamous Piltdown hoax - a forgery that rocked the scientific community with its falsified evidence of early human evolution. Charles Dawson played a central role in perpetuating this deception, further adding to the intrigue surrounding this group portrait.
As we study this image closely, we are reminded of how history can be shaped by both genuine discoveries and fraudulent schemes. The legacy of Piltdown continues to fascinate us today as we unravel the complexities behind this elaborate ruse captured in black and white for eternity.
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