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Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" (engraving)
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Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" (engraving)
1038952 Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" (engraving) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" Illustration for The Graphic, 23 February 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 38137006
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Frank Reynolds Reynolds Frank (1876 1953) Serpentine Skates Skating
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Skating at Night on the Serpentine, "Skates On, Sir!" captures a moment of winter magic in Victorian London. The enchanting scene depicted in this engraving by Frank Reynolds transports us to a time when the frozen waters of the Serpentine were alive with skaters gliding gracefully under the moonlit sky.
The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, from the intricate patterns etched into the ice to the delicate lace on the skater's boots. The figures are illuminated by lantern light, casting long shadows on the glistening surface below. In the distance, we can see other revelers enjoying their evening skate, adding to the sense of community and camaraderie that often accompanies such winter pastimes.
As we gaze upon this nostalgic image, we are reminded of simpler times when joy could be found in something as simple as a nighttime skate on a frozen lake. It serves as a reminder to embrace life's simple pleasures and take time to appreciate moments of beauty and wonder all around us.
"Skates On, Sir!" is not just a depiction of an evening skate; it is a window into another era—a glimpse into history that reminds us of our shared humanity and enduring love for life's small joys.
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