Two nervous Edwardian Gentlemen - possibly twins
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Two nervous Edwardian Gentlemen - possibly twins
Tennis Illustrated - Doubles ! Two slightly nervous Edwardian Twins fidget and fluster as they await their female companions for a night on the town... Date: circa 1904
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Media ID 14308716
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bradshaw Dinner Doubles Gent Gentleman Gentlemen Gents Jackets Nervous Percy Tennis Terms Vernon Wear Worried Worry Upper
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Two Nervous Edwardian Gentlemen: A Tale of Anticipation and Elegance (Circa 1904) In this photograph from the annals of Edwardian history, two dapper gentlemen, possibly twins Percy and Vernon Bradshaw, clad in formal attire, exhibit signs of palpable anxiety as they wait for their female companions for an evening out. The scene, reminiscent of a Tennis Illustrated doubles match, unfolds in the early 1900s, an era marked by opulence, refinement, and rigid social conventions. The gentlemen, dressed in crisp white shirts, black waistcoats, and dark suits, are adorned with pristine white ties, adding to their air of sophistication. Their nervous expressions are accentuated by their fidgeting hands, which betray their inner turmoil. The fidgeting and flustered demeanor of the men suggests that they are eager to make a good impression on their dates, perhaps for an important social event or dinner engagement. The Edwardian era, a time of upper-class elegance and tradition, placed immense importance on etiquette and decorum. The gentlemen's nervousness could stem from the pressure to adhere to these stringent societal expectations. The era's rigid class distinctions and gender roles further emphasized the significance of making a favorable impression. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when formal attire, anticipation, and the pursuit of social grace were paramount. The nervous expressions and fidgeting hands of these Edwardian gentlemen serve as a reminder of the human emotions that transcend time, making history all the more relatable and engaging.
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