On the sands, Blackpool

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On the sands, Blackpool

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Blackpool Donkey Sands

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is an evocative and captivating photograph from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage image transports us back in time to the early 1900s, when Blackpool was a popular seaside resort in England. The photograph, taken on the sandy beach, showcases the joy and simplicity of a bygone era. In the foreground, a young boy in short trousers and a cap stands on the sand, gazing intently at a lantern slide. The lantern slide, a precursor to the projector, was a popular form of entertainment during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The boy's fascination with the slide suggests a sense of wonder and curiosity, as he likely watches a moving image of an exotic place or a thrilling adventure. Behind the boy, a donkey cart is parked on the beach, waiting for its next passengers. Donkey rides were a quintessential part of the seaside experience, offering a fun and affordable way for families to enjoy the beach. The donkey's gentle expression and the boy's focused attention on the lantern slide create a striking contrast, highlighting the diversity of activities available to visitors at Blackpool. The photograph's muted colors and grainy texture add to its authenticity, further emphasizing the historical significance of the scene. The image captures the essence of a simpler time, when the pleasures of the seaside were more straightforward and the simple joys of life were cherished. "On the Sands, Blackpool" is a beautiful and nostalgic reminder of the past, inviting us to reflect on the enduring appeal of the seaside and the power of photography to transport us to another time and place.

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