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Victorian charades party - the first syllables
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Victorian charades party - the first syllables
Victorian charades party - the first syllables.
19th century
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Acting Charades Crinoline Enjoyment Parasol Pose Posing Wide Performing Skirt Syllables
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Victorian Charades Party: A Delightful Gathering of 19th Century Men and Women Engaged in an Entertaining Game of Charades Step back in time to an era of elegance and leisure, where Victorian men and women donned their finest attire for an unforgettable evening of fun and amusement. In this photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, a lively charades party unfolds, filled with the joyous spirit of the 19th century. The room is adorned with the opulence of the Victorian era, as women in wide crinoline skirts and intricate dresses, their parasols at the ready, mingle with men in formal suits and top hats. The atmosphere is lighthearted and carefree, as the guests prepare to engage in an evening of charades. One man, with a mischievous grin, poses dramatically for his turn at the game, while his companions eagerly watch and anticipate his performance. The women, with their parasols held aloft, watch with amusement and excitement, their smiling faces reflecting the pure enjoyment of the moment. Charades, a popular parlor game during the Victorian era, provided an opportunity for friends and family to come together and share in the simple pleasure of entertainment. The art of acting and performing was on full display, as each player took their turn to convey a word or phrase through a series of gestures and mime. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, where the simple joys of life, such as a Victorian charades party, brought people together in a celebration of community, friendship, and the pure delight of having a good time.
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