Posing For The Camera

Is it me or do some of these young children look slightly sinister. The images were all taken by an Edwardian photographer. They are part of a collection of glass plate negatives that I acquired. I scanned them and here they are to see.

They are mostly, I believe, children of a very well-to-do family. Just wait until you see the photographs of the adults dressed in costume [they will be posted in a separate article]. What were they thinking? All images: Laurie Manton Collection.

A gigantic whip for such a small pony!

Another whip for a wooden horse

Anyone for Tennis?

Does the book indicate she can read?

Hang on. The carpet is showing!

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