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Beating the Bounderies; Bumping the Vicar against a Barn Door, Bisley, Woking Surrey, 1888. Creator: Unknown
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Beating the Bounderies; Bumping the Vicar against a Barn Door, Bisley, Woking Surrey, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Beating the Bounderies; Bumping the Vicar against a Barn Door, Bisley, Woking Surrey, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888
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Barn Beating Clergy Door Doors Local People Parish Parson The Graphic Tradition Traditional Culture Vicar Agricultural Worker Beating The Bounds Bumping Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker
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Beating the Boundaries - A Playful Encounter with Tradition
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. This photo print, titled "Beating the Boundaries; Bumping the Vicar against a Barn Door, Bisley, Woking Surrey, 1888" offers a fascinating glimpse into rural life in late 19th century England. The image captures a moment of lightheartedness amidst the backdrop of agricultural work. In this scene, we witness a group of local people engaging in an age-old tradition known as "beating the bounds". This practice involved walking around parish boundaries to ensure their preservation and reinforce communal identity. However, what makes this particular photograph unique is its unexpected twist - instead of solemnly marking territory, they playfully bump their vicar against a barn door. The composition exudes rustic charm and showcases individuals from various walks of life coming together for this jovial occasion. Men and women alike participate in this light-hearted event that bridges social divides through shared laughter and camaraderie. Through this image's historical lens, we catch glimpses of Victorian society's religious devotion intertwined with regionalism. It serves as a reminder that even within strict societal structures dictated by religion or occupation, there was room for joyous moments where traditions were playfully subverted. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time over a century ago, it invites us to reflect on how communities have evolved while still cherishing customs rooted deep within our cultural heritage.
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