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Box organ and family Victorian period
Box organ and family Victorian period Date: 19th century
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This photograph, hailing from the late Victorian era of the 19th century, transports us back in time to an idyllic moment in England during the Edwardian period. The image showcases a family's simple joy and connection to music as they gather around a charming box organ. The organ, a popular household instrument during this time, was often used for home entertainment and religious practices. The photograph is filled with a sense of nostalgia and warmth as we observe the children, dressed in Victorian attire, playing and singing along with their siblings. The older boy, with a serious expression, carefully presses the keys, while the girls, dressed in frilly dresses and bonnets, clap and smile, their eyes fixed on their brother. The family's laughter and music seem to echo through the streets, inviting the passersby to join in their merriment. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a street urchin, peering curiously from the background, observing the family's playful moment. The urchin, dressed in tattered clothes and holding a lantern, adds an element of contrast to the otherwise idyllic image, reminding us of the social disparities that existed during this time. This vintage photograph, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, is a beautiful testament to the power of music and family connections, and the simple joys of childhood during the late Victorian era.
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