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Southport Organ Grinder with monkey early 1900s
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Southport Organ Grinder with monkey early 1900s
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Grinder Lancashire Merseyside Monkey Organ Southport Trader
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This vintage photograph, hailing from the early 1900s, transports us back in time to the bustling Southport seaside in England. The image features an organ grinder, his face etched with the lines of time and experience, as he skillfully plays a melody on his antique instrument. Perched atop the organ, a mischievous monkey in a red cap and collar, with bright, curious eyes, seems to engage with the audience, adding an element of surprise and delight. The scene is set against a backdrop of a crowded seaside promenade, with passersby in Victorian and Edwardian attire, their expressions a mix of fascination and amusement. The warm glow of the lantern light casts an ethereal glow on the organ grinder and the monkey, creating a sense of magic and wonder. Southport, a popular resort town in Merseyside, Lancashire, was known for its grand Victorian and Edwardian architecture, beautiful gardens, and lively entertainment. Street traders like the organ grinder and his monkey were a common sight, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the seaside town. This photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, inviting us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of a bustling seaside town over a century ago.
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