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Hop pickers watch the swans on the river from a bridge. 1938
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Hop pickers watch the swans on the river from a bridge. 1938
Hop pickers watch the swans on the river from a bridge.
1938
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Media ID 10984534
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Birds Bridge Children Countryside English Rural Life Hop Picker Hop Pickers Hops Pickers Road Rural Life Swan Workers Stone Bridge
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In this photograph taken by John Topham in 1938, we are transported to a peaceful moment in English rural life between the wars. The image showcases a group of hop pickers gathered on a stone bridge, their eyes fixed on the graceful swans gliding along the river below. The scene exudes tranquility as workers take a break from their laborious task of picking hops to appreciate the beauty of nature. Children can be seen among them, their curious gazes mirroring that of the majestic birds they observe with awe. Topham's monochrome composition captures not only the physical surroundings but also evokes an atmosphere reminiscent of simpler times. The worn road leading up to the bridge hints at a long day's work while simultaneously offering respite and solace amidst picturesque countryside scenery. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Europeana photography from the twentieth century, preserving moments like these for future generations to cherish. It is through images such as this that we gain insight into historical periods and witness ordinary people finding solace in simple pleasures amid challenging times
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