Children about to paddle
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Children about to paddle
Paddling. Five girls in white bonnets and blue stripey bathing drawers at the edge of the sea, summoning up the courage to have a paddle. Date: C.1905
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A Moment of Anticipation: Five Girls Brave the Cold Sea Waters in Edwardian Swimwear, C.1905 This evocative photograph captures a precious moment in time as five young girls, dressed in white bonnets and blue striped bathing drawers, stand at the water's edge, summoning up the courage to paddle in the cold, inviting waters of the sea. The girls' expressions reveal a mix of excitement and apprehension as they prepare to dip their toes into the unknown, their eyes fixed on the gentle waves lapping at their feet. The scene transports us back to the early 1900s, an era known as the Edwardian period, when leisure time and family vacations at the seaside became increasingly popular. The girls' attire reflects the fashion of the time, with the white bonnets protecting their delicate complexions from the sun, and the blue striped bathing suits providing a modest yet practical solution for swimming. The girls' laughter and splashes would have filled the air, as they played and frolicked in the waves, creating cherished memories that would last a lifetime. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple joys and innocence of childhood, and the enduring allure of the seaside as a place of relaxation and escape from the daily grind. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a bygone era, where the pleasures of the sea and the company of loved ones brought joy and happiness to the lives of these young girls, and continues to do so for generations to come.
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