Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Silence
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Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Silence
Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Silence the Ushers Wife.
late 19th century
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Media ID 14311177
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Apron Brush Chores Clean Cleaning Families Floor Housework Pinafore Silence Sweep Sweeping Usher
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This charming late 19th century photograph captures the scene of a contented family engaged in a lively game of Happy Families Playing Cards. At the center, a woman in an elegant pinafore and apron, identified as Mrs. Silence, the usher's wife, skillfully sweeps the floor with a broom and brush. Her expression is serene and focused, as if she is fully immersed in both her household chores and the game. Surrounding her, the rest of the family members are deeply engrossed in their cards, their faces reflecting a mix of excitement, concentration, and amusement. The man, presumably the usher, leans forward, his brow furrowed in thought as he considers his next move. His wife, dressed in a stylish Victorian gown, holds a hand of cards close to her chest, her eyes scanning them intently. Their children, dressed in matching outfits, sit on the floor, their small hands shuffling the cards or pointing excitedly at their cards. The warm lighting in the room and the cozy, cluttered surroundings add to the sense of family intimacy and comfort. The image beautifully captures the essence of a happy Victorian family, where work and play coexist harmoniously, and where the simple pleasures of a card game bring everyone together.
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