Henrietta Grace Smyth (Baden Powell)
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Henrietta Grace Smyth (Baden Powell)
Self-portrait by Henrietta Grace Baden Powell (nee Smyth, 1824-1914), mother of Robert.
circa 1840s
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1840s Association Baden Grace Henrietta Powell Ringlets Smyth Scout Scouting Scouts
EDITORS COMMENTS
This self-portrait captures the youthful charm and vibrant spirit of Henrietta Grace Smyth (later Baden Powell) in the 1840s. At the tender age of around 20, Henrietta gracefully poses for the camera, her ringlets cascading down her shoulders and framing her delicate features. Her dress, adorned with intricate floral patterns and a high collar, is reminiscent of the Victorian era's elegant fashion. Henrietta's association with scouting may not be immediately apparent in this image, but her connection to this influential movement began long before her son, Robert Baden-Powell, is known for founding the Scout Association in 1907. Henrietta's father, Reverend John Smyth, was a close friend of Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and it is believed that Henrietta may have played a role in inspiring her son's lifelong dedication to outdoor activities and youth development. Despite the absence of any overt scouting symbols or costumes in this photograph, Henrietta's strong and determined expression suggests a sense of leadership and adventure that would later be embodied by her son and the Scout Movement. Her legacy as a mother and potential early influence on the scouting movement adds an intriguing layer of meaning to this beautiful and evocative self-portrait.
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