Holding on to hat in a strong breeze
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Holding on to hat in a strong breeze
" Close to Shore" A striking young American beauty holds onto her hat as she stands on the shoreline in a stiff breeze. Date: circa 1915
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Media ID 11548517
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Close to Shore: A Young American Beauty Braves the Wind Circa 1915, this evocative photograph captures the essence of a young woman's determination and grace as she stands her ground against the relentless force of nature. Dressed in the height of early 20th-century fashion, the striking beauty clings to her hat as she faces the shoreline, where the wind whips up the waves and threatens to carry her prized headpiece away. The double-cuffed sleeves of her blouse peek out from beneath a fitted jacket, while the delicate bonnet perched atop her head is adorned with a delicate bow. Her white, full skirt billows in the wind, adding to the ethereal quality of the image. The scene is set against the backdrop of a serene body of water, be it a lake, river, or sea, with boats bobbing gently in the distance. Despite the wind's best efforts, our intrepid heroine remains resolute, her expression a blend of concentration and defiance. The wind, personified by the strong gusts and billowing fabric, serves as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature. Yet, the young woman's unwavering hold on her hat symbolizes her tenacity and her refusal to be overwhelmed by the elements. This image transports us back to a bygone era, where fashion and function intertwined in the most beautiful of ways. The photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of the past and the timeless beauty of a woman's strength and resilience.
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