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A Cottage Garden at Stapleford, Wiltshire, c1886, (1944). Creator: George Carline
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A Cottage Garden at Stapleford, Wiltshire, c1886, (1944). Creator: George Carline
A Cottage Garden at Stapleford, Wiltshire, c1886, (1944). Colourful herbaceous border of flowers and vegetables: runner beans are trained up a frame, and cabbages are growing on the right. From " English Gardens", by Harry Roberts. [Collins, London, 1944]
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This vibrant print captures the essence of a picturesque cottage garden in Stapleford, Wiltshire, dating back to 1886. Created by George Carline and featured in "English Gardens" by Harry Roberts, this image showcases a colourful herbaceous border teeming with an array of flowers and vegetables. The scene is filled with life as runner beans gracefully climb up a frame while cabbages thrive on the right side. The photograph transports us to a simpler time, evoking images of rural life in England during the late 19th century. It portrays not only the beauty of nature but also highlights the importance of horticulture and gardening within British culture. In this idyllic setting, we see a family enjoying their bountiful vegetable garden. A grandmother lovingly tends to her plants alongside her granddaughter, passing down generations-old knowledge about cultivating crops. The presence of children adds an element of innocence and joy to the scene as they explore their surroundings. With its rustic charm and historical significance, this print serves as a window into both Victorian-era Britain and our enduring connection to nature. It reminds us that even amidst modernity, there is value in preserving traditional practices such as tending gardens for sustenance and pleasure. This image stands as a testament to George Carline's skillful watercolour technique while providing insight into rural English life over a century ago.
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