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Dancing around the Xmas tree
Young children dancing around the Xmas tree while gazing at presents. Date: circa 1895
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Bowley Gazing Leonora Presents 1895
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A Delightful Christmas Tradition: Young Children Dancing Around the Christmas Tree, Circa 1895 This enchanting photograph captures a heartwarming moment from the past, as young children dance around a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Dressed in their finest holiday attire, they gaze at the presents piled beneath the tree with wide-eyed wonder and excitement. The scene is set in the late 19th century, circa 1895, a time when Christmas celebrations began to take on a more recognizable form, with the focus on family, food, and gift-giving. The children in the photograph appear to be lost in the magic of the moment, their faces filled with joy and anticipation. The Christmas tree, adorned with candles, glass ornaments, and paper garlands, stands as a symbol of the season's warmth and light. The soft glow of the candles casts a gentle, festive glow over the scene, creating an atmosphere of merriment and delight. Two young girls, Ada and Leonora Bowley, are believed to be the children in the photograph. Their names, along with the date, have been inscribed on the back of the print, providing a precious connection to the past. This photograph offers a glimpse into a simpler time, when the joys of the holiday season were found in the simple pleasures of family, friends, and the magic of Christmas. As we view this image, we are reminded of the enduring power of tradition and the importance of cherishing the moments that bring us closer to those we love.
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