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Children with puppy, Balham, SW London
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Children with puppy, Balham, SW London
Group of children with a cute puppy, sitting in an open doorway of a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961
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Alsatian Area Balham Check Checked Childhood Curly Doorway Gingham Pleated Puppies Puppy Skirt Stroke Stroking Urchin Urchins Wallpaper Zennor Deco
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In this enchanting photograph taken in the early 1960s, a group of children from the Balham area of South West London gather around a playful Alsatian puppy in an open doorway. The children, dressed in the fashionable clothing of the era, display the innocence and joy of childhood as they interact with their new furry friend. The boys wear short trousers and button-down shirts, while the girls don gingham check dresses with pleated skirts and curly hair. The children's expressions of excitement and delight are contagious as they reach out to stroke and play with the puppy. The backdrop of the photograph is an Art Deco building with intricate wallpaper, adding a touch of elegance and charm to the scene. The children and puppy sit on the pavement, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city, yet they seem oblivious to the world around them as they focus on their new companion. The image captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a simpler era, and invites us to reflect on the universal experience of childhood and the joy of making new friends. This photograph is a precious piece of history, a reminder of the innocence and happiness that comes with growing up in the 1960s.
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