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Water-Rats, c. 1889 (sepia photo)
STC187291 Water-Rats, c.1889 (sepia photo) by Sutcliffe, Frank Meadow (1853-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: probably Whitby where Sutcliffe worked; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23356688
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This sepia print titled "Water-Rats, c. 1889" captures a nostalgic scene of carefree childhood in an English coastal town, most likely Whitby where the photographer Frank Meadow Sutcliffe worked. The image showcases a group of young boys indulging in the simple pleasures of summer by the sea. With a picturesque harbour as their backdrop, these adventurous lads are seen enjoying various activities such as skinny dipping, paddling in a dinghy, and playing around boats. The photograph beautifully encapsulates the essence of leisure and holidaying during Victorian times. It transports us to an era when seaside resorts were popular destinations for families seeking relaxation and entertainment. These water rats epitomize youthful innocence and freedom as they frolic along the seashore with unbridled joy. Sutcliffe's composition skillfully captures both the idyllic scenery and the playful spirit of these children at play. Their nakedness adds an element of naturalness to this snapshot from another time, reminding us that childhood is often synonymous with uninhibited exploration. As we gaze upon this vintage gem from The Stapleton Collection, we are transported back to a simpler era when summers were spent building sandcastles on sun-kissed beaches and creating cherished memories that would last a lifetime. This photograph serves as both an artistic testament to Sutcliffe's talent behind the lens and a poignant reminder of our own fleeting moments of youthfulness by the shorelines of life.
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