Children sittiing on kerb, Balham, SW London
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Children sittiing on kerb, Balham, SW London
Two smiling children sittiing on a kerb on a street in Balham, SW London. Date: circa 1961
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Media ID 14188454
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Brother Childhood Dirty Grubby Kerb Scruffy Sibling Siblings Sister Urchin Urchins Sittiing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming photograph captures the innocence and joy of childhood in the 1960s, as two scruffy but smiling children sit on the kerb in the vibrant and bustling area of Balham, South West London. Dressed in simple clothes and with a carefree attitude, the girl in a floral dress and the boy in shorts and a grubby jumper embody the spirit of the era. The siblings, likely brother and sister, seem to be lost in their own world, oblivious to the hustle and bustle of the city around them. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the simple pleasures of childhood. The gritty texture of the pavement and the worn-out appearance of their clothes add to the authenticity of the scene, making it a poignant and historical record of a bygone era.
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