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Goddard House, Shellingford, Oxfordshire BB97_11879
Goddard House, Shellingford, Oxfordshire with the inhabitants standing outside in the vegetable garden. Photographed by Frederick Ault. Date range: 1860 - 1914. Part of the Henry Taunt collection
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Goddard House, Shellingford, Oxfordshire: A Glimpse into Rural Life in the Late 19th Century This charming photograph, taken by Frederick Ault between 1860 and 1914, captures the quintessential English countryside scene of Goddard House in Shellingford, Oxfordshire. The thatched cottage, with its ivy-covered walls and cascading roses, stands proudly amidst a lush vegetable garden teeming with ripe produce. The inhabitants of Goddard House, dressed in their Sunday best, have gathered outside to enjoy the sunshine and the fruits of their labor. The women, wearing long skirts and aprons, are engaged in animated conversation, while the men, in trousers and shirtsleeves, tend to the garden. The children, clad in dresses and shorts, play amongst the vegetables, their laughter adding to the joyful atmosphere. The scene is idyllic, yet it also offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural England during this period. The vegetable garden was a vital source of food for the family, and the thatched cottage provided shelter from the elements. The clothing worn by the inhabitants reflects the modest means of the time, and the communal spirit of the community is evident in the gathering of neighbors outside their homes. Frederick Ault's photograph is a precious reminder of a bygone era, when life was simpler, and the connection between people and the land was stronger. The image invites us to appreciate the beauty of the English countryside and the warmth of community life.
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