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Woman on St Ives beach with yacht sail
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Woman on St Ives beach with yacht sail
Woman on St Ives beach with yacht sail -- one of a series of images taken by Adams for the British Councils postwar Peacetime Britain campaign.
circa 1946
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1946 Adams Campaign Council Gilbert Ives Models Peace Peacetime Pose Posing Postwar Sail Sunglasses Swimsuit Swimwear Yacht
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This evocative image captures the essence of postwar bliss and renewal, as a woman gracefully poses on St Ives beach in Cornwall, England. Taken by renowned photographer Gilbert Adams for the British Council's Peacetime Britain campaign in 1946, this photograph is a poignant representation of the hope and optimism that emerged in the aftermath of World War II. The woman, clad in stylish swimwear and donning sunglasses, gazes out at the tranquil sea while a yacht sail is visible in the background. The sailboat, with its triangular sails billowing in the breeze, adds a sense of adventure and freedom to the scene. The seaside setting, with its golden sand and clear blue waters, further emphasizes the idyllic and carefree atmosphere. Adams' series of images for the British Council's campaign were intended to showcase the beauty and resilience of Britain in the postwar era. This photograph, in particular, encapsulates the spirit of peace and rejuvenation that characterized the period. The woman's pose, with one hand casually resting on the sand and the other holding a sun hat, exudes a sense of ease and relaxation. Her confident and elegant demeanor embodies the newfound sense of freedom and joy that many people experienced in the aftermath of the war. Overall, this image is a beautiful and timeless reminder of the transformative power of peace and the enduring allure of the seaside.
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