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Fashionable riders in Rotten Row, Hyde Park, London
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Fashionable riders in Rotten Row, Hyde Park, London
Fashionable riders in Rotten Row, Hyde Park, Central London. Date: 1889
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1889 Horseriding Hyde Parks Riders Rotten Fashionable
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This photograph, taken in 1889, captures the essence of fashionable social scenes in Victorian London as it depicts a group of elegantly dressed riders in Hyde Park's Rotten Row. Located in the heart of Central London, Rotten Row was renowned for its tree-lined avenue, where the elite of society would come to ride and socialize on horseback. The riders in this photograph are dressed in the height of 1880s fashion, with voluminous skirts, tall collars, and intricate hat adornments. Their horses, too, are meticulously groomed and dressed in fine tack, reflecting the importance placed on both personal appearance and animal welfare during this era. The scene exudes an air of leisure and sophistication, as the riders engage in conversation and enjoy the picturesque surroundings of Hyde Park. The presence of a carriage in the background suggests that not all attendees of this social event arrived on horseback, further emphasizing the diverse range of Victorian society that gathered here. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing an insight into the social customs and fashion trends of 19th-century Britain. The tranquil setting of Hyde Park, combined with the elegant attire and graceful horses, makes for a truly enchanting image that continues to captivate viewers over a century later.
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