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Skating on the Serpentine, London, Victorian period
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Skating on the Serpentine, London, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Frozen Hyde Serpentine Skating
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Title: Skating on the Serpentine, London, Victorian Period This enchanting photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, as Victorian Londoners embrace the winter season and take to the frozen Serpentine Lake for a day of ice skating. The serene scene, taken from Hyde Park's picturesque shoreline, showcases the Thames River in the background, its tranquil waters reflecting the winter sky above. The Edwardian period, which straddled the late Victorian and early 20th century, is depicted here in all its charm. Ladies in voluminous skirts and fur-trimmed coats glide gracefully across the ice, their elegance and refinement on full display. Gentlemen, bundled up against the cold, deftly maneuver the ice with their canes, providing support to their partners or engaging in friendly competition. The serene atmosphere is further enhanced by the snow-covered trees and the delicate frost that adorns the lake's surface. The scene is a testament to the simple joys of winter and the enduring spirit of community that thrived during the Victorian era. The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, from which this photograph is sourced, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The collection is renowned for its extensive documentation of London life during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This particular image, with its captivating depiction of skating on the Serpentine, serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and charm of a bygone era.
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