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Old Gentleman and Young Girl Wood Gathering
Old Gentleman and Young Girl Wood Gathering, Kelsham Farm, Petworth, c.1931
George Garland Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N5065
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1930s Barn Country Farm Gate Happy Lane Nostalgia Pipe Shed Winter Wood Twigs
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back in time to the enchanting countryside of Petworth in the early 1930s. The image titled "Old Gentleman and Young Girl Wood Gathering" captures a heartwarming scene at Kelsham Farm, frozen in nostalgia. A weathered old gentleman with a warm smile stands beside a young girl, their figures framed by a rustic wooden gate leading to an idyllic lane. They both hold bundles of freshly gathered twigs, evidence of their hard work on this wintry day. Behind them, a charming farm shed and barn add to the rural charm that permeates every inch of this photograph. The old man's pipe dangles from his mouth as he gazes fondly at the young girl who looks up at him with admiration and joy. Their faces radiate happiness despite the cold winter air that surrounds them. This snapshot is not just about gathering wood; it encapsulates an era when simplicity reigned supreme and community bonds were strong. It invites us to reflect upon simpler times when families worked together harmoniously for survival. Preserved within West Sussex Record Office's George Garland Collection, this evocative image serves as a reminder of our shared history and heritage - an invaluable glimpse into life during the 1930s in rural West Sussex County Council territory.
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