Garden tools used by the Royal children
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Garden tools used by the Royal children
Garden tools used by the Royal children. 3 Swiss Cottage, Osborne
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Barrow Fork Forks Gardening Pick Axe Pitch Royals Spade Spades Tool Tools Wheel Pickaxes
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Nestled within the idyllic grounds of Queen Victoria's beloved Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, this charming photograph captures the young royal children, including Prince Albert Victor, Princesses Beatrice and Victoria, and Prince George, engaged in a delightful gardening activity. The year was 1890, and the children were busy tending to their garden at Swiss Cottage, a charming retreat within the Osborne estate. The image showcases an assortment of traditional garden tools, each one meticulously placed on the grass, ready for use. The children's keen interest in gardening is evident as they proudly hold up their favorite tools. The eldest prince, Albert Victor, wields a sturdy fork, while Beatrice and Victoria each cradle a small spade. A wheelbarrow and a pickaxe are also visible in the background, suggesting that the children were involved in more substantial gardening tasks. The scene is a beautiful testament to the strong connection between the British royal family and the land. Queen Victoria herself was an avid gardener and instilled a love for horticulture in her children. This photograph not only showcases the children's early gardening experiences but also highlights the importance of the outdoors and the simple joys of working the soil. The tools, including the forks, spades, pickaxes, hoes, and trowels, are all reminiscent of a bygone era, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder. The children's earnest expressions and the serene setting of the garden at Swiss Cottage make this photograph a truly enchanting glimpse into the lives of the young royals.
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