Musical Terms Up to Date - Adagio - very Slow
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Musical Terms Up to Date - Adagio - very Slow
Musical Terms Up to Date - Adagio - very Slow! A pretty young girl sits expectantly, whilst her elderly suitor takes a LONG TIME to make his move! Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 11575875
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Adagio Ballgown Bench Crossed Difference Disappointment Downbeat Hands Hanging Lanterns Legs Monacle Nervous Partners Past Percy Pockets Silly Slow Striped Stripey Term Terms Unsure Upholstery Vernon Wait Waiting Musical
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming and humorous photograph, titled "Musical Terms Up to Date - Adagio - very Slow," captures the essence of patience and the passing of time. The scene is set in an elegant, old-fashioned setting, with Chinese lanterns hanging overhead and a bench adorned with striped upholstery. A pretty young girl, dressed in a beautiful evening gown, sits expectantly on the bench, fanning herself with one hand and nervously playing with the other. Her elderly suitor, donning a monacle and a striped vest, takes his time to make his move, rummaging through his pockets and appearing unsure. The term "Adagio," meaning "slowly" in music, is humorously depicted through the contrasting ages and actions of the two partners. The atmosphere is further enhanced by the downbeat piano keys visible in the background, adding to the sense of anticipation and the passing of time. This photograph, taken circa 1905, offers a delightful glimpse into the past and the humorous way in which musical terms were once illustrated. The image is a wonderful reminder of the universal language of love and the importance of patience and perseverance.
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