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Victorian family group with tennis racquet
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Victorian family group with tennis racquet
A rather serious-looking Victorian family group of a couple with two children and a tennis racquet. Date: circa 1880s
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Media ID 14169838
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Brother Glum Husband Racquet Sepia Sister Tennis Unhappy
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In this evocative Victorian-era photograph, a serious-looking family group gathers around an ornate tennis racquet, their expressions hinting at a mix of determination and unease. Dating back to the 1880s, this image showcases the elegance and sophistication of the Victorian era, as well as the emergence of tennis as a popular pastime for the affluent classes. The couple at the heart of the photograph, the husband and wife, stand proudly in the center, their formal attire and solemn gazes reflecting the strict social conventions of the time. The wife, with her high collar and voluminous skirt, cradles the tennis racquet with a sense of both pride and apprehension. Her husband, in his tailored suit and top hat, gazes intently at their two children, a boy and a girl, who stand beside them. The children, dressed in matching outfits and holding tennis balls, appear somewhat glum, perhaps sensing the weight of the adult world around them. The sepia tones of the photograph add to its historical charm, transporting us back to a time when family life was shaped by strict social norms and the pursuit of leisure activities like tennis was a symbol of wealth and status. This poignant snapshot offers a glimpse into the complexities of Victorian family life, revealing the joys and challenges that bound families together in an era long past.
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