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VICTORIAN GIRL SKIPPING
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VICTORIAN GIRL SKIPPING
A girl skips, her brother watches with admiration Date: Late 1860s
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Admiration Brother Rope Ropes Skipping Skips Watches Games
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This charming photograph captures the innocent joy and playful spirit of childhood in the late 1860s. The Victorian girl in the image skips effortlessly, her long, flowing dress billowing around her as she jumps over a rope held by an unseen hand. Her brother, dressed in a smart waistcoat and trousers, watches on with admiring eyes, his hands clapped together in delight. The simple pleasure of playing games was an essential part of childhood during the Victorian era. Skipping was a popular pastime for both boys and girls, and the game required little more than a length of rope and an open space. The children would take turns skipping, with the one holding the rope ensuring a consistent rhythm for the jumper. The image also serves as a reminder of the fashion of the time. The girl's voluminous, high-waisted dress, with its intricate lace collar and long sleeves, is typical of the Victorian era. Her brother's attire, with its tailored waistcoat and trousers, reflects the more formal dress code for boys. Despite the passage of time, this photograph transports us back to a simpler era, where the joys of childhood and the bonds of sibling love were cherished moments. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of play and the memories that are created through the simple act of skipping a rope.
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