ICE SKATING, 1877. An elegant skating party in Central Park, New York City. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1877
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ICE SKATING, 1877. An elegant skating party in Central Park, New York City. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1877
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1877 Central Central Park Dress Gilded Age Ice Skate Ice Skater Muff Noble Man Over Coat Park Recreation Snow Winter
ICE SKATING, 1877 - A Glimpse into the Glamorous Winter of New York's Gilded Age
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. This wood engraving from an American newspaper in 1877 transports us to a bygone era of elegance and leisure. The scene unfolds in Central Park, New York City, where a group of well-to-do men and women gather for an enchanting ice skating party. The image captures the essence of late 19th-century fashion as both men and women don stylish attire suitable for this wintry occasion. Adorned in overcoats, top hats, and fur muffs, they exude sophistication against the backdrop of snow-covered trees and glistening ice. Amongst the skaters is a nobleman who effortlessly glides across the frozen surface with grace and poise. His presence adds an air of nobility to this picturesque gathering. As we observe these individuals engaged in recreation, it becomes evident that ice skating was not only a popular pastime but also a social event where daily life intertwined with pleasure. Central Park itself serves as the perfect setting for such festivities—a serene oasis amidst bustling city life—where nature harmonizes with human activity. This frozen wonderland offers respite from urban chaos while providing ample space for winter revelry. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from The Granger Collection, we are transported back to an age when society embraced leisurely pursuits with grandeur and refinement. It reminds us that even during harsh winters up north
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