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Cooking Dinner Date: 1940
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Cooking Dinner Date: 1940
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1897 Adolescence Adolescent Athletic Campfire Camping Cooking Dinner Illustrators Kids Kneeling Lifestyle Lifestyles Ofna Playtime Puppy Recreation Roasting Spotty Tent Youngster Youngsters Games
Cooking Dinner Date - 1940
EDITORS COMMENTS
is an enchanting illustration that captures the essence of a simple yet memorable moment in American childhood during the early 20th century. The scene takes place at a campfire in the great outdoors, where two young adolescents, a boy and a girl, are engrossed in preparing a dinner for themselves. The boy, with an athletic build and a determined look on his face, is kneeling by the fire, skillfully roasting a hot dog on a stick. His companion, a young girl with a pet puppy at her side, is busy cracking open a hen egg into a frying pan, the smoke from the fire curling up around them. The idyllic setting is further enhanced by the presence of a tent in the background, suggesting that this is a camping trip. The children's casual attire, with the boy wearing a plaid shirt and shorts, and the girl in a sun dress, adds to the authenticity of the scene. The campfire crackles and pops, casting a warm, inviting glow over the scene, while the dog, with its eager expression and spotted coat, waits patiently for a taste of the delicious meal being prepared. This illustration, created by an unknown artist, is a charming representation of the pastime of camping and the joy of cooking dinner outdoors with loved ones. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for a time when life was simpler, and the pleasures of family, friendship, and nature were cherished. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of the great outdoors and the memories that are made during carefree moments of playtime and recreation.
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