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A young family gingerly crossing a stream via stepping stones. Artist: Ethel Parkinson Date: 1913
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Crossing Ethel Gingerly Hold Parkinson Stepping Stones Stream Tight
Hold Tight - A Precarious Crossing, 1913
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Ethel Parkinson is a captivating and evocative image of a young family carefully navigating their way across a babbling stream using precarious stepping stones. The scene is set in a pastoral idyll, with lush greenery and vibrant wildflowers framing the edges of the photograph. The family, dressed in turn-of-the-century attire, exudes a sense of determination and unity as they cling to one another, ensuring that they all make it across safely. The father in the lead, with a firm grip on his youngest child, looks back over his shoulder to offer reassurance to his wife, who follows closely behind with their older child in tow. The mother's expression is one of concentration and resolve, as she balances her family's safety with the delicate task of placing each foot on the next stone. The water, crystal clear and sparkling in the sunlight, adds an element of danger and excitement to the scene, making it all the more thrilling for the viewer. This beautiful and timeless image, captured by the skilled hand of Ethel Parkinson in 1913, is a testament to the enduring bond of family and the simple pleasures of nature.
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