Little girl polishing her Fathers boots - studio portrait
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Little girl polishing her Fathers boots - studio portrait
Little girl polishing her Fathers boots - studio portrait. Date: circa 1885
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Media ID 11556747
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Boot Bootblack Boots Brushes Cleaning Fathers Pair Polish Polishes Polishing Shining
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming studio portrait captures a tender moment between a young girl and her father, circa 1885. The little girl, dressed in a white blouse and dark skirt, sits on a wooden stool before a small table. In her lap, she holds a pair of her father's boots, meticulously polishing them with a horsehair brush and a pot of polish. The boots, worn and well-loved, rest on a piece of felt to protect the table. The scene exudes a sense of tradition and familial bonding, as the father's footwear is passed down from one generation to the next. Polishing boots was a common household chore during the late 19th century, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of a family during that time. The use of a studio setting elevates the mundane task into a cherished memory, as the father and daughter share a moment of connection. The girl's focused expression and the care she takes in her work reveal her dedication and love for her father. The simple props in the photograph, including the brushes, boot, polish, and polishing pot, add to the authenticity of the scene and transport us back in time. This historical image offers a poignant reminder of the importance of family and the simple pleasures of life in the late 19th century.
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