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Thatched cottage at Perry Street, Chislehurst, Kent. 1935
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Thatched cottage at Perry Street, Chislehurst, Kent. 1935
Thatched cottage at Perry Street, Chislehurst, Kent.
1935
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Media ID 10991273
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Cars Rural Rural Life Semi Thatch Washing Washing Line Road Junction Semi Detached
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This print takes us back to the peaceful countryside of Perry Street, Chislehurst in Kent during the year 1935. The image beautifully captures a charming thatched cottage nestled amidst the rural landscape. A true representation of life between the wars, this monochrome photograph by John Topham transports us to a simpler time. The quaint cottage stands proudly as a semi-detached structure, showcasing traditional thatch roofing that adds an air of nostalgia to the scene. Surrounding it is an idyllic rural setting, with trees lining the road junction nearby. The presence of cars parked along the roadside hints at modernity creeping into this serene village. Intriguingly, our attention is drawn towards everyday life as we notice laundry hanging on a washing line outside one of the cottages. This small detail humanizes this picturesque snapshot and reminds us of simple domestic routines even in such tranquil surroundings. Topham's expert eye for composition allows us to appreciate both architectural beauty and rustic charm simultaneously. As we gaze upon this evocative photograph from Europeana Photography collection, we are transported back to a different era - one filled with simplicity and tranquility amidst changing times.
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