Man with suitcase at a railway station

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Man with suitcase at a railway station

Man with suitcase at a railway station, with paper streamers round his shoulders.
circa 1920s

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Media ID 14375362

© The Julia Sherborne Collection / Mary Evans

Brighton Flat Luggage Streamer Streamers Suitcase Sunburnt

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the 1920s, a man stands at a bustling railway station, his face sunburnt and weary from the journey. He wears a flat cap and a heavy coat, his right arm cradling a large, worn suitcase. Around his shoulders, paper streamers flutter in the breeze, adding a touch of whimsy and celebration to the scene. The man's appearance suggests that he has just completed a long and arduous journey, perhaps returning home after a business trip or embarking on a much-anticipated holiday. The railway station, with its steam trains and hustle and bustle, is a symbol of the excitement and adventure that travel brought during this era. The use of paper streamers around the man's shoulders is a curious detail that adds a sense of mystery to the image. It could be that they are a memento of a recent celebration or a token of good luck for the journey ahead. Alternatively, they may be a nod to the tradition of sending off travelers with streamers or ribbons to bring them good fortune and safe travels. The photograph, taken from The Julia Sherborne Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of travel during the 1920s - a time of exploration, adventure, and new beginnings. Whether the man is embarking on a new chapter in his life or returning home after a long absence, the image is a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of the open road and the promise of new horizons.

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