Surf bathing, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown

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Surf bathing, between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown

Surf bathing, between 1900 and 1905

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Bathing Beach Dresses Holiday Holidaymaker Holidaymakers Holidays Paddling Recreation Recreational Rope Seaside Surf Vacation

EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this image of surf bathing from the early 1900s, captured between 1900 and 1905. The photograph, of unknown origin, showcases the leisurely pastime of women enjoying the seaside during the summer months in the United States. Dressed in long, flowing dresses, the women are seen wading in the surf, paddling in the gentle waves, and lounging on the sandy shore. The black and white dry plate negative glass 8 x 10 in image, held in the Library of Congress, offers a glimpse into the fashion of the era, with high-necked, long-sleeved dresses and large sun hats protecting the holidaymakers from the sun. The ropes in the background suggest the presence of a lifeguard or bathing attendant, adding an extra layer of safety to the idyllic scene. Surf bathing was a popular recreational activity during this period, and this photograph offers a charming reminder of the simple pleasures of a day at the beach over a century ago.

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