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Two smart young boys play with their model tin soldiers
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Two smart young boys play with their model tin soldiers
Two smart young boys (in matching bowties!) play with their model soldiers in this studio shoot. Date: circa 1910
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In this charming studio photograph from the early 1910s, two smartly dressed young boys engage in a lively game with their collection of model tin soldiers. The boys, both wearing matching bowties and starched white collars, sit at a folding table covered with a wooden scrollwork top. The table is set up against a plain backdrop, allowing the focus to be on the siblings and their toys. The boys' attire suggests an upper-middle-class background, and their serious expressions as they study the battlefield before them add an air of sophistication to the scene. The soldiers, meticulously arranged in rows, are poised for action, their tiny uniforms and weapons gleaming in the soft light of the studio. The boys' intense concentration and the intricate details of the soldiers and their accessories transport us back in time to a simpler era, when children's play was often an imaginative and immersive experience. The photograph captures a candid moment of brotherly bonding, as the boys prepare to engage in a battle that will no doubt be the subject of many stories and adventures to come. This photograph is a delightful reminder of the enduring appeal of toys and games, and the role they play in shaping our childhood memories. It also offers a glimpse into the social norms and customs of the early 1910s, making it a valuable historical document as well as a beautiful work of art. Mary Evans Picture Library is a leading archive of historical and cultural images, offering a diverse range of photographs, illustrations, and other visual content for research, education, and creative projects. This photograph is just one of the many treasures to be found in their extensive collection.
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