Girls playing the skipping game of Walking under the Arch, boy playing hoop, while another girl watches. Scene in a Paris park. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesanger's Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817

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Girls playing the skipping game of Walking under the Arch, boy playing hoop, while another girl watches. Scene in a Paris park. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesanger's Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817

FLO4677813 Girls playing the skipping game of Walking under the Arch, boy playing hoop, while another girl watches. Scene in a Paris park. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesanger's Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817.; (add.info.: Girls playing the skipping game of Walking under the Arch, boy playing hoop, while another girl watches. Scene in a Paris park. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesanger's Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817.); © Florilegius

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This charming handcoloured engraving captures a delightful scene in a Paris park from 1817. In the foreground, three children are depicted playing traditional games of the era. Two girls are engrossed in the skipping game of Walking under the Arch, while a boy is seen skillfully maneuvering a hoop with his stick. A fourth child, another girl, looks on with curiosity and perhaps longing to join in on the fun. The children's attire reflects the fashion of early 19th-century France, with empire-style dresses for the girls and a smart hat for the boy. The setting of a public garden adds to the idyllic atmosphere of innocent play and leisurely enjoyment. This engraving is not just an artistic representation but also serves as a historical document showcasing popular pastimes and social interactions among French youth during this time period. The attention to detail in capturing expressions and movements brings life to this snapshot from over two centuries ago. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness these carefree moments of childhood joy amidst the beauty of nature and camaraderie among friends. It serves as a reminder that simple pleasures like playing games outdoors can transcend generations and cultures, connecting us through shared experiences of laughter and playfulness.

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