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May Day - Whitelands College, Kings Road, Chelsea, London
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May Day - Whitelands College, Kings Road, Chelsea, London
Date: 1919
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Chelsea College Daisies Garland Jul17 Kings Robes Ruskin Tradition 1919 Whitelands
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This photograph, taken in 1919, depicts a May Day celebration at Whitelands College, located on Kings Road in the heart of Chelsea, London. The college, which was founded in 1853 as the first Anglican Higher Education institution for women, is steeped in tradition and history. In this image, a young woman, dressed in a beautiful white robe and adorned with a floral garland, proudly wears the crown of May Queen. She stands confidently amidst a sea of her peers, all holding baskets filled with fresh daisies and other spring flowers. The scene exudes a sense of joy, camaraderie, and the simple pleasures of the season. The May Day celebration was an age-old tradition, rooted in the pagan belief that the arrival of May signified the rebirth of nature. The custom of choosing a May Queen and decorating her with flowers was a way to honor the goddess of fertility and the beauty of spring. As the students of Whitelands College gathered together for this annual event, they carried on a cherished tradition that connected them to the past, while also celebrating the present. The college, under the guidance of its esteemed principal, John Ruskin, continued to provide a nurturing environment for young women to grow intellectually, creatively, and spiritually. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and enduring traditions of Whitelands College, which continues to thrive and inspire generations of women in the 21st century.
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