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Boys going swimming on Clapham Common (b / w photo)
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Boys going swimming on Clapham Common (b / w photo)
3637346 Boys going swimming on Clapham Common (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys going swimming on Clapham Common. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23634470
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Baden Bathing Clapham Common Diving Pond Sign Swim Swimmer Swimming 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Field Sports Nineteen Thirties Teamsport
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This photo print, titled "Boys going swimming on Clapham Common" captures a nostalgic moment frozen in time. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this historic image is now part of a private collection. The scene depicts a group of carefree boys enjoying a summer's day at Clapham Common, a popular recreational area in England. With their naked bodies and mischievous smiles, they exude the innocence and freedom of childhood. The sign indicating the bathing area adds to the authenticity of this snapshot from another era. The photograph offers us a glimpse into British history during the 1920s or 1930s. It showcases not only the joyous spirit of these young swimmers but also provides insight into social customs and leisure activities at that time. As we observe this scene, it is impossible not to be transported back to an era when life was simpler and children found delight in simple pleasures like swimming in ponds. This image serves as a reminder of how much has changed over the years while also evoking feelings of nostalgia for those who experienced similar moments themselves. With its timeless charm and historical significance, this print beautifully encapsulates both British culture and European history during the early to mid-20th century.
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