Victorian children at a birdcage
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Victorian children at a birdcage
Young girl and a baby gazing at birds in a cage in a garden.Date: circa 1895
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Media ID 14178014
© Mary Evans Picture Library / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
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This enchanting photograph, captured around the turn of the twentieth century, depicts the innocent delight of two Victorian children as they gaze at the colorful array of birds housed within a quintessential wrought-iron birdcage. The young girl, dressed in a frilly white blouse and matching pinafore, leans forward, her eyes wide with fascination as she observes the avian creatures. In her hand, she holds a small bundle swathed in soft fabric, revealing a baby in the tender embrace of his older sister. The scene unfolds in a lush garden setting, with vibrant flowers and lush foliage surrounding the children, adding to the idyllic atmosphere. The sun casts dappled light through the branches of the trees, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The presence of the birdcage, a common feature of Victorian gardens, serves as a reminder of the fascination and curiosity that children held for the natural world during this era. Birdkeeping was a popular pastime, and the collection and care of exotic birds were considered signs of wealth and sophistication. This photograph, with its timeless charm and evocative imagery, transports us back to a bygone era, allowing us to appreciate the simple joys and innocence of childhood in the late Victorian period.
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