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ASLEEP IN DECKCHAIRS
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ASLEEP IN DECKCHAIRS
Holidaymakers asleep in deckchairs on Brightons seafront
circa 1962
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/HENRY GRANT
1962 Asleep Brighton Deckchairs Elderly Holidaymakers Seafront Sleeping
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Drifting into Dreamland: A Timeless Moment of Relaxation on Brighton Seafront (circa 1962) This evocative photograph captures a serene moment in time, as a group of holidaymakers peacefully sleep in their deckchairs along Brighton seafront. The scene is set in the early 1960s, a period when simple pleasures and the joy of a family holiday by the seaside held great appeal. The image features an elderly couple, their faces weathered with the lines of age, dozing off in their deckchairs. Nearby, a man lies sprawled out, his arms thrown carelessly behind his head, while a woman, her eyes closed, cradles a sunhat in her hands. The peaceful slumber of these individuals is a testament to the rejuvenating power of the sea and sun. The deckchairs, worn and faded from years of use, are a symbol of the enduring charm of the British seaside holiday. The sea stretches out before them, its gentle waves lapping at the shore, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The sky above is clear and blue, dotted with the occasional fluffy cloud, as if to emphasize the idyllic nature of the scene. This photograph, taken by Henry Grant for Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to a simpler era, inviting us to bask in the sunshine, the sea breeze, and the soothing sounds of the waves. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, all it takes to escape the stresses of everyday life is a moment of rest and relaxation in the company of loved ones.
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