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French seaside bathing scene
A seaside bathing scene somewhere on the French coast, with children having fun in the sea. Bathing huts can be seen on the beach in the background. Date: 1906
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Bathing Flag Pole Huts Pole Sea Side Swim Swimming Tricolore
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Joyful Seaside Moment: Children at Play on the French Coast (1906) 2. Description: This photograph, dated 1906, transports us back in time to a carefree summer day on the French coast. The image captures the essence of leisure and fun as children delight in the cool, inviting waters of the sea. The vibrant blue water stretches out before us, dotted with the occasional boat, while the sandy beach is adorned with colorful bathing huts. 3. Scene Details: In the foreground, young children frolic in the shallow waters, their laughter echoing through the air. One child clings to a red and white striped pole, possibly for added safety or simply for fun. The French tricolore flag flutters proudly atop one of the bathing huts, a symbol of national pride. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, bathing everything in a golden light. 4. Context: This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the simple pleasures of a seaside holiday. The bathing huts, which were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, provided a measure of privacy and protection from the elements for beachgoers. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of the seaside, with its combination of sun, sand, and water, as a beloved destination for travel and relaxation. 5. Colors: The photograph is awash in a palette of bright, sunny hues. The deep blue of the sea and the sky is contrasted by the warm, sandy tones of the beach and the vibrant red and white of the French flag and bathing huts. The children's swimsuits, which are mostly white, add to the overall sense of freshness and cleanliness. 6. Conclusion: This photograph, with its charming depiction of children at play on the French coast, is a delightful reminder of the simple joys of a seaside holiday. The image invites us to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the natural world and the enduring appeal of the seaside as a place of relaxation, fun, and connection to our past.
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