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Belfast Street Scene, 1901
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Belfast Street Scene, 1901
MITCHELL AND KENYON 724
BELFAST
1901
The British Film Institute (BFI) are UK's lead organisation for film, television and the moving image
Media ID 1333007
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This photo print, titled "Belfast Street Scene, 1901" takes us on a journey back in time to the bustling streets of Belfast over a century ago. Captured by Mitchell and Kenyon in 1901, this remarkable image offers a glimpse into the vibrant daily life of this Northern Irish city. In this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where horse-drawn carriages shared the road with pedestrians. The street is alive with activity as traders push their barrows filled with goods along the cobblestone pavement. Men and women dressed in traditional attire can be seen going about their business, creating a vivid tableau of early 20th-century urban life. The composition of the photograph draws our attention towards various elements: from shopfronts displaying signs advertising their wares to people engaged in animated conversations or simply going about their day-to-day activities. The architecture surrounding them showcases both Victorian grandeur and modest working-class dwellings, providing insight into Belfast's social fabric at that time. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved by the British Film Institute, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed since then while also highlighting enduring aspects of human existence. This print captures not only a specific moment but also evokes nostalgia for an era long gone – inviting us to reflect on our own place within history's ever-evolving tapestry.
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