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Cobbles and cloth cap - Saltaire, Yorks
A man in sports jacket and cloth cap walks across a wet cobbled street in Saltaire, Yorkshire, England. Sunday Times. Image first appeared in The Sunday Times c1990 Date: circa 1990
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a Yorkshireman confidently strides across a wet cobbled street in the historic town of Saltaire, Yorkshire, England. Dressed in a smart sports jacket and donning a traditional cloth cap, he exudes a sense of local pride and resilience, undeterred by the inclement weather. The cobblestones underfoot, a characteristic feature of Saltaire's Victorian architecture, glisten with rainwater, reflecting the dimly lit street lamps and casting intricate patterns on the flagstone pavements. The iron railings and lamp posts, remnants of the town's industrial past, add to the atmospheric scene. Saltaire, a model village built in the mid-19th century by industrialist Sir Titus Salt, was designed to provide decent living conditions for his mill workers. The town's meticulously planned layout, with its cobble sets and flagstone pavements, has been preserved to this day, making it a popular tourist destination and a testament to Yorkshire's rich heritage. The man's determined gait and the rhythmic clatter of his footsteps on the cobbles echo the industrious spirit that once thrived in this mill town. The cloth cap, a symbol of the region's textile industry, completes the image, underscoring the strong connection between the people of Yorkshire and their history. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era that continues to inspire and captivate visitors to Saltaire.
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