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On the Cliff-Top by Muriel Dawson
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On the Cliff-Top by Muriel Dawson
On the Cliff-Top by Muriel Dawson -- a little girl in a yellow dress picking flowers. Date: 1942
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1942 Bending Cliff Dawson Gulls Muriel Picking Seagulls
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On the Cliff-Top" is a charming and evocative photograph by Muriel Dawson, capturing the innocence and beauty of childhood during the summer holidays in the 1940s. The scene unfolds on a cliff top overlooking the vast expanse of the sea, with the crisp blue water gently lapping against the shore below. The warm sun casts a golden glow over the landscape, illuminating the vibrant yellow dress of a little girl as she bends down to pick wildflowers. Seagulls and gulls fly overhead, their wings outstretched, adding a sense of motion and excitement to the tranquil setting. The year is 1942, and despite the challenges and hardships of wartime, families still managed to find joy and relaxation by the seaside. The children, dressed in their best summer clothes, would spend their days playing on the beach, collecting shells, and exploring the rocky cliffs. This photograph captures a moment of simple pleasure, a brief respite from the worries and uncertainties of the world. Muriel Dawson's skillful composition and use of natural light bring the scene to life, transporting us back in time to a bygone era. The photograph is a testament to the enduring power of nature and the human spirit, and serves as a reminder of the importance of cherishing the moments of happiness and wonder that life has to offer. This photograph is a treasure from the past, a snapshot of history that invites us to reflect on the joys and challenges of a time long gone. It is a reminder of the beauty and resilience of the human spirit, and the simple pleasures that can be found even in the most uncertain of times.
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