Home > Animals > Farm > Horses > Related Images
People coming out to see what is happening
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
People coming out to see what is happening
Mrs Bobbity and her neighbours coming out to see what is happening -- the van driver gets hold of Dobbin. Date: 1937
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7218307
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10547072
Baker Bobbity Crust Margaret Removal Removals Shock Sudden Surprise Surprised 1937 Dobbin
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
Mrs. Bobbity and Her Neighbors: A Surprising Scene from the 1930s In this illustration from the 1930s, we witness an unexpected moment unfolding on a quiet street. The silhouette of a van, its headlights piercing the night, casts an eerie glow as it comes to a sudden stop in front of Mrs. Bobbity's humble abode. The horse-drawn van, a common sight in the thirties for local transportation and removals, has brought an air of excitement and intrigue to the otherwise tranquil neighborhood. Mrs. Bobbity, a local baker known for her delicious crusts, stands in her doorway, her apron still stained with flour, as she peers curiously at the commotion. Her neighbors, a group of men and women, have also been drawn to the scene, their faces etched with surprise and shock. The children, bundled up against the chill, cling to their mothers' skirts, their eyes wide with wonder. The van driver, a man with a stern expression, has hold of Dobbin, Mrs. Bobbity's beloved horse. Dobbin, a sturdy and loyal steed, seems unfazed by the commotion, his ears twitching slightly at the hubbub. The scene is one of sudden removal, a moment frozen in time that speaks to the simple joys and challenges of rural life in the 1930s. This evocative illustration, a testament to the past, invites us to imagine the stories behind the faces and the lives of these intriguing characters. It is a reminder of a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the unexpected could bring both joy and surprise.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
