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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This black and white photograph captures a serene street scene from what appears to be the late 19th or early 20th century. On the left, an imposing Gothic-style building with large arched windows and a steeply pitched roof suggests institutional architecture, possibly educational or religious. Adjacent to it is a row of uniform terraced buildings with awnings extended over the sidewalk, indicative of commercial premises. The street itself is shared by pedestrians and horse-drawn vehicles; on the left, a solitary cart stands parked at the curb with its driver seated atop, while further down the road trams can be seen in motion, hinting at urban public transportation. The presence of overhead lines confirms that these are indeed electric trams—a modern convenience of that era. On the right side of the image, two children walk towards us on an otherwise empty footpath—perhaps siblings—with one child slightly ahead carrying something in their hand. Their attire includes hats and coats suitable for outdoor wear in cooler weather. The absence of motorized traffic gives this historical snapshot a tranquil atmosphere—a stark contrast to today's bustling city streets—and offers viewers a glimpse into daily life during an era when pace was dictated more by human and animal steps than by engines.
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