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Under Cover by Muriel Dawson
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Under Cover by Muriel Dawson
Under Cover by Muriel Dawson -- a little girl in a red coat gets under a raincoat to shelter from the rain. Date: 1936
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Blond Blonde Dawson Muriel Rain Raincoat Shelter Sheltering 1936 December
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Under Cover: A Young Blonde Girl Seeks Refuge from the December Rain in a 1930s Street (Muriel Dawson, 1936) This black-and-white photograph, titled 'Under Cover,' captures a moment of innocence and resilience in the face of the elements. Taken by renowned British photographer Muriel Dawson in December 1936, the image portrays a young blonde girl in a red coat, huddled under the protective shelter of a raincoat. The girl's determined expression and focused gaze convey a sense of determination and resourcefulness, as she seeks refuge from the relentless rain. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple joys and challenges of childhood during the 1930s. The era, known as the Great Depression, was marked by economic hardship and social upheaval. Yet, amidst the adversity, children continued to find joy in the simple things, like a warm coat or a cozy spot to wait out a rainstorm. Muriel Dawson, a pioneering female photographer, expertly captures the essence of this moment, using her camera to document the everyday lives of people in her community. Her work, which often focused on children and the working class, is a valuable historical record of life in Britain during the 1930s. This photograph, with its timeless image of a young girl seeking shelter from the rain, is a testament to the enduring spirit of childhood and the power of photography to capture and preserve moments in history.
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