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Summer - The Strawberry Girl 1849
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Summer - The Strawberry Girl 1849
Women selling foliage of pomp flowers. Date: 1849
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1840s 1849 Baskets Cone Fruits Pomp Selling Shape Strawberry
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This evocative image captures the essence of a sun-kissed summer day in the 1840s, as depicted in the photograph "Summer - The Strawberry Girl" from 1849. The scene unfolds on a bustling street, where the sweet scent of ripe strawberries and fragrant pomp flowers mingles in the warm air. In the foreground, a group of young girls proudly display their baskets filled with succulent strawberries, their rosy cheeks reflecting the vibrant colors of their wares. The girls' simple, white dresses contrast sharply with the rich, earthy tones of the conical baskets they carry, adding to the visual appeal of the scene. Behind them, women clad in Victorian attire haggle over prices and exchange pleasantries with their neighbors. The cobblestone street is lined with quaint shops and market stalls, each one bursting with the bounty of the season. The sun casts dappled shadows on the ground, creating a sense of warmth and vitality that speaks to the abundance and joy of summer. The intricate shapes of the pomp flowers, with their delicate petals and vibrant hues, add a touch of elegance and refinement to the scene. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of a bygone era, when the changing of the seasons was marked by the arrival of fresh fruits and the camaraderie of the community.
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