Poems of Childhood -- two little girls
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Poems of Childhood -- two little girls
Two little girls sit facing each other -- one is the hostess, the other is the visitor. Date: 1912
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Media ID 14117837
© Mary Evans Picture Library / John Maclellan
Bonnet Childhood Facing Hostess Muff Plates Poems Screen Umbrella Visitor Firescreen
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting photograph captures the essence of childhood friendship as two little girls, dressed in their finest attire, sit facing each other in a cozy room filled with the remnants of a bygone era. The hostess, with a rosy cheeked smile and a mob cap adorned with flowers, offers a warm welcome to her shy visitor. The visitor, bundled up in a fur coat, muff, and bonnet, clutches an umbrella as she timidly approaches the table set with delicate plates and a firescreen. The scene is reminiscent of a poem, with the girls' outfits and surroundings evoking the imagery of a nostalgic verse. The year is 1912, a time when such visits were cherished moments in the lives of young girls. The photograph, titled "Poems of Childhood," invites us to imagine the stories these girls might have shared, the games they might have played, and the memories they created during their special time together. The details of the photograph are rich with historical significance. The girls' clothing, with its capes, muffs, and bonnets, reflects the fashion trends of the early 20th century. The plates and screen add to the homey atmosphere, while the firescreen suggests the importance of warmth and comfort in a time before central heating. As we gaze upon this charming image, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the simple joys of childhood friendship and the historical context in which it was lived out.
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