PATERFAMILIASS CENSUS 1861

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PATERFAMILIASS CENSUS 1861

Paterfamilias filling up the census return. The head of a large Victorian family, consisting of several generations, fills in the census Date: 1861

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1861 Census Community Consisting Filling Fills Generations Population Return Spectacles Superior Paterfamilias

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of a large Victorian family in the midst of completing their census return in 1861. The paterfamilias, or head of the household, is seen diligently filling in the forms with a quill pen and inkwell, his superior air and spectacles suggesting both wisdom and authority. Surrounding him are the various generations of his family, each member contributing their information to the communal endeavor. The scene is one of community and cooperation, as the family gathers together to record their place in the larger population of the time. A curious cat peeks in from the side, adding a playful touch to this snapshot of domestic life in the 19th century. The census, an important tool for recording demographic data, played a crucial role in shaping the way we understand the history of communities and populations, making this image a valuable window into the past.

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