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Children making silhouette portraits 1885
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Children making silhouette portraits 1885
Children making silhouette portraits by casting a shadow on the wall, drawing the outline and then cutting it out. Date: 1885
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1885 Cast Casting Cutting Draw Lamp Outline Scissors Shadow Silhouettes
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This photograph, taken in the year 1885, depicts a group of children engaged in the art of creating silhouette portraits. The scene is set around a small table, illuminated by the soft glow of a lamp, with various books and papers scattered about. The children, both boys and girls, sit intently as they cast their shadows onto the wall, carefully tracing the outlines with pencils or charcoal. Once the profile is drawn, they meticulously cut out the silhouette using scissors, creating a keepsake that captures the essence of their likeness. The simplicity and charm of this activity, popular during the 1880s, allowed families to create affordable and unique portraits, making it a beloved pastime for generations.
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