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Portrait of a boy fisherman, Whitby, Victorian period
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Portrait of a boy fisherman, Whitby, Victorian period
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This evocative portrait captures the essence of childhood in the Victorian fishing community of Whitby, England. The young boy, dressed in the traditional attire of the early 1900s, gazes intently out at the viewer with a determined expression that belies his tender years. The frayed edges of his fisherman's jumper and the worn-out boots speak volumes about his daily life by the sea. The backdrop of the image is the rugged cliffs of Whitby, with the North Sea stretching out beyond, adding to the sense of isolation and hardship that comes with the life of a fisherman. The boy's posture and the position of his hands on his hips suggest a sense of pride and ownership over his role in this harsh yet beautiful environment. The photograph is part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the social history of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. This image offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the children who grew up in these communities, often working from a young age to support their families and contribute to the local economy. The portrait also serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the changing nature of childhood. While the boy in the photograph may have been a fisherman, he could also have been a future sailor, soldier, or factory worker, as the opportunities for young people in these communities were often limited. Regardless of what the future held for him, this image captures a moment in time, a fleeting snapshot of a life lived in the shadow of the North Sea.
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