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At Moist Maidenhead by C. E. Peto
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At Moist Maidenhead by C. E. Peto
Scenes captured in silhouette of Maidenhead, the fashionable riverside town in Berkshire, coping with flooding early 1915. The Sketch describes it as, flooded already, but in pleasant fashion by " Kitcheners Army, " the pretty Berkshire town has had to endure another inundation. Date: 1915
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At Moist Maidenhead: A Silhouetted Scene of Resilience Amidst the Floods of 1915 In this evocative silhouette by renowned English artist C. E. Peto, we witness the picturesque town of Maidenhead, Berkshire, bravely coping with yet another flood during the tumultuous year of 1915. The image, titled "At Moist Maidenhead," captures the essence of a fashionable riverside town enduring the relentless onslaught of nature, this time in the form of heavy rains that have once again inundated the area. The silhouette reveals a quaint scene of Maidenhead, with its elegant houses and churches submerged in the murky waters of the Thames River. The town, known for its charm and refinement, has been transformed into a watery landscape, where the usual hustle and bustle has given way to a quiet stillness. In the foreground, a girl in a long dress wades through the water, carrying a small boat, while a few other boats bob gently on the surface. Rain continues to fall, adding to the already flooded landscape. Despite the challenging conditions, the spirit of the townspeople remains unbroken. The presence of "Kitchener's Army" – a reference to the British Army recruited during World War I – can be seen in the background, indicating that the community is coming together to face the adversity. The floodwaters may have reached the town, but the resilience of Maidenhead's residents shines through in this poignant and historical silhouette.
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