Dollies Drive -- girl takes doll for a ride

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Dollies Drive -- girl takes doll for a ride

Dollies Drive -- a little girl takes her doll for a ride in a wheelbarrow.
19th century

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Media ID 7190213

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Doll Dolls Dolly Drive Helen Jackson Ride Wheel Barrow Dollie

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming 19th century photograph, a little girl named Helen, dressed in a frilly white dress and bonnet, takes her beloved doll for a delightful ride in a wheelbarrow. The serene expression on her face and the contented look of her doll suggest that this is a cherished moment of play and companionship. The wheelbarrow, a common tool used for gardening and other labor-intensive tasks, is repurposed as a makeshift carriage for the doll, demonstrating the boundless creativity and resourcefulness of children. The idyllic setting of the image, with its lush greenery and sunlit landscape, further emphasizes the sense of innocence and joy. A curious dog, peering over a fence, adds a touch of whimsy to the scene. This photograph captures the essence of childhood in the Victorian era, a time when simple pleasures and imaginative play were an integral part of a child's upbringing. The image is part of the Peter & Dawn Cope Collection at the Mary Evans Picture Library and is a beautiful reminder of the enduring bond between children and their dolls, and the power of imagination in creating memorable experiences. The photograph invites us to reflect on the innocence and joy of childhood, and the simple pleasures that can bring happiness and delight.

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