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Dog wedding in a church
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Dog wedding in a church
Dog wedding in a church, with a dog bride, dog bridegroom and dog vicar. Date: circa 1890s
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Altar Anthropomorphism Bride Bridegroom Ceremony Humanised Matrimony Minister Priest Surplice Veil Vestments Vicar
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Step into the whimsical world of the late Victorian era with this delightful and humorous photograph of a dog wedding taking place in a church. The scene is set with the dog bride, dressed in a beautiful red velvet jacket and wearing a veil, standing confidently at the altar. Her groom, a dapper dog in a white vestment and surplice, eagerly awaits her approach. The dog vicar, donning traditional black vestments and a red robe, officiates the ceremony with a serious expression, adding an element of authenticity to this comic event. The gothic interior of the church, with its ornate altar rail and intricate stonework, creates a charming backdrop for this unique matrimonial celebration. The use of anthropomorphism, or the attribution of human qualities to animals, was a popular trend during the Victorian era, and this photograph captures the playful spirit of the time. This photograph, believed to date back to the 1890s, offers a glimpse into the past and invites us to imagine the story behind this funny and endearing scene. The dogs' serious expressions and the solemn setting add to the intrigue and make this image a delightful addition to any collection of historical or humorous photographs.
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