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Internal view of a house on Christmas time. Portrait of a group of children sitting around a little table while making a tea ceremony near the Christmas tree, pictured by B.W. Kilburn, 1897, Colorado, New Hampshire, Littleton
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Internal view of a house on Christmas time. Portrait of a group of children sitting around a little table while making a tea ceremony near the Christmas tree, pictured by B.W. Kilburn, 1897, Colorado, New Hampshire, Littleton
Internal view of a house on Christmas time. Portrait of a group of children sitting around a little table while making a tea ceremony near the Christmas tree, pictured by B.W. Kilburn, 1897, Colorado, New Hampshire, Littleton United States Colorado, New Hampshire, Littleton. Date of Photograph:1897
Kilburn, B.W.,Kilburn, B.W.
OTC-F-000118-0000
Media ID 33272586
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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. Step back in time to the enchanting holiday season of 1897, as we delve into this photograph by B. W. Kilburn. Transported to Colorado's picturesque town of Littleton, we find ourselves peering through the lens at an intimate scene inside a cozy home. The image reveals an internal view brimming with festive cheer. Gathered around a dainty table adorned with delicate teacups and saucers, a group of children engage in their very own tea ceremony. Their youthful faces radiate excitement and anticipation as they partake in this cherished tradition near the resplendent Christmas tree that dominates the room. Every detail within this snapshot tells its own story. The meticulously crafted furnishings for civic spaces exude elegance, while a crackling fireplace casts warm hues upon the scene. A small table takes center stage, laden with miniature kitchenwares fit for pint-sized hands to handle with care. Noteworthy is each child's attire, showcasing fashion trends from yesteryears – frilly dresses for girls and smart suits for boys – adding charm to this nostalgic tableau. Amongst them stands one child holding a tabor drum, symbolizing music's integral role during these joyous celebrations. This portrait captures not only the innocence and mirth of childhood but also represents the essence of Christmas itself – love, unity, and shared moments filled with laughter and delight. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece frozen in time over a century ago, let us be reminded that despite changing times and evolving traditions, some things remain constant: our yearning for connection amidst twinkling lights on evergreen trees—a sentiment forever etched within our hearts.
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