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Children in garden, New College Lane, Oxford
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Children in garden, New College Lane, Oxford
Sketch of children in the garden (with the dining room window behind them) at New College Lane, Oxford, home of Reverend Baden Powell and his family. From left to right are Warry (Warrington), Francis, George and Augustus. By their mother, Henrietta Grace Baden Powell (nee Smyth, 1824-1914), also mother of Robert.
early 1850s
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1850s Association Augustus Baden Child Hood College Dining Francis Grace Henrietta Lane Oxford Powell Reverend Smyth Toddler Toddlers Warrington Wheel Barrow Scout Scouting Scouts
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming sketch, we see a delightful scene of the Baden Powell family's childhood moments in their garden at New College Lane, Oxford. The scene features the Reverend Baden Powell's four children, Warrington (Warry), Francis, George, and Augustus, engaged in playful activities. The children are captured in the midst of their innocent enjoyment, with Warry holding the reins of a wheelbarrow, Francis and George playing nearby, and Augustus peering curiously through the dining room window. The setting of this idyllic scene is the family's home, which was located on New College Lane in Oxford. The Reverend Baden Powell, who is known for his later founding of the Scout Movement, is seen here in his domestic role as a father, providing a nurturing environment for his children to thrive and explore. The Victorian-era house and its dining room window add to the sense of nostalgia and history, transporting us back to a simpler time. The children in the sketch, dressed in middle-class attire, are a testament to the class distinctions of the era. Warry, the eldest, appears to be helping his younger brothers with the wheelbarrow, while Francis and George engage in playful activities. Augustus, the youngest, looks on with curiosity from the safety of the dining room. This beautiful sketch, created by Henrietta Grace Baden Powell (nee Smyth) in the early 1850s, captures the essence of childhood and family life during the Victorian era. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing moments of joy and innocence, and the lasting impact they can have on our lives. The association of this scene with the later scouting movement founded by Baden Powell adds an extra layer of significance, highlighting the importance of nurturing the spirit of adventure and exploration in children.
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