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Falling down the stairs - the end result is the same
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Falling down the stairs - the end result is the same
Voice from above - " Whist, Mick! Are yer for faalen down shtairs?" Mick - " Uts arl roight, oi was comin down, anyhow!" Date: 1896
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Media ID 11575301
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1896 Bannister Butler Candle Collapsed Concerned Fallen Falling Falls Flights Foot Mick Phil Stair Staircase Stairs Base
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph, hailing from the year 1896, captures a moment of unexpected mishap as a man named Mick tumbles down a grand staircase in an Irish estate. The concerned figure at the top of the stairs, dressed in the livery of a butler, calls out in alarm, "Whist, Mick! Are you falling down the stairs?" Mick, with a nonchalant response, replies, "It's all right, I was coming down, anyhow!" The scene is set in a dimly lit, ornate staircase, with the flickering light of a candle illuminating the moment. Mick, dressed in typical Irish attire, is seen in mid-fall, with one foot caught on a step and his body twisting to absorb the impact of the fall. The bannister, a sturdy support meant to prevent such accidents, is seen in the foreground, a testament to the unpredictability of life. This historical image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a snapshot of everyday life in the late 19th century. The concerned expression of the butler, the surprised look on Mick's face, and the worn steps of the staircase all add to the authenticity of the moment. The photograph, with its rich details and compelling narrative, is a reminder of the universality of human experiences, even as we navigate the twists and turns of life, sometimes quite literally.
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