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Cheery Families - Mr Putty the Painter
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Cheery Families - Mr Putty the Painter
Cheery Families - Mr Putty the Painter.
1890s
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Brush Bunhill Cheery Doyle Families Overalls Paint Painter Plank Games Putty
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming photograph, titled "Cheery Families - Mr Putty the Painter," captures a delightful moment in the lives of a group of Victorian families as they gather for a friendly game of cards. The scene is set in the Bunhill Row area of London during the 1890s, with Mr. Putty the Painter and his companions taking a break from their daily labors to enjoy each other's company. Mr. Putty, dressed in his painter's overalls and holding a paintbrush and paintpot, sits at the head of the table, ready to deal the cards. The other men, also dressed in work clothes, sit around the plank table, their expressions reflecting a sense of camaraderie and enjoyment. The women and children, dressed in their Sunday best, look on with interest and amusement. The design of the photograph is reminiscent of the works of Richard Doyle, a renowned English illustrator of the time. The warm colors and soft focus create a cheerful and inviting atmosphere, transporting us back to a simpler time in history. The families in the photograph seem to be fully immersed in the game, their laughter and conversation filling the room. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the importance of community and the simple pleasures of life. It invites us to imagine the stories of these families and the memories they created together. The image is a treasure from the past, a snapshot of happiness and joy that transcends time and continues to delight and inspire us today.
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