When I saw the archive photo for this week's Sepia Saturday prompt titled, "Palmer's Mystery Hike No. 2," I knew immediately what I was going to use. I should probably save it for one of my "Wedding Wednesday" posts, but it just seems to fit this theme. My photo is actually a real photo postcard of a wedding party from probably the 1940's walking down a cobblestone street. I purchased this postcard from a gentleman in Germany and as it has a very European feel I suspect that may have also been the location. Unfortunately, it was pasted into an album and then torn out so there are no identifying marks left on the back.
What a happy day this must have been for the couple, I have to wonder where they were walking from (the church?), where they were walking to (a pub?), what was their story, who were they, were they happy the rest of their lives?
What a happy day this must have been for the couple, I have to wonder where they were walking from (the church?), where they were walking to (a pub?), what was their story, who were they, were they happy the rest of their lives?
I would say that the deckle-edged format was not as popular in England as it was in Europe and the United States. I'm sure there are others who will be able to give you chapter and verse on the building styles, but they look more European than English to me too.
ReplyDeleteA lovely happy photograph - and so different.
ReplyDeleteYou're probably correct in assuming they've already tied the knot Teresa, although there have been traditions of everyone walking to the church together in some cultures. It's an unusual shot in any case, and I like the lady hanging from the window to get a better view!
ReplyDeleteYou're probably correct in assuming they've already tied the knot Teresa, although there have been traditions of everyone walking to the church together in some cultures. It's an unusual shot in any case, and I like the lady hanging from the window to get a better view!
ReplyDeleteI can look at this photo for ages........it seems unpromising at first sight but thoughts keep arising the longer it is studied.
ReplyDeleteBut I hate this slideshow you have imposed over the higher resolution image. It is a real spoiler that I can manage to close off.
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DeleteI wonder whether it is a local custom somewhere to have a procession after (or before?) a wedding.
ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely photo but unfortunately it does not look like a very happy occasion. There are not many people smiling, which is unusual for a wedding.
ReplyDeleteI imagine that they've just been wed in the church and are on their way to the reception. It's such a lovely photo.
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A quick Google search for "history wedding processional" (musicians have to pay attention to this kind of custom) reveals that in parts of Europe a bride was conducted from her home with the groom to the church for the vows, and then back again for a feast (provided by the bride's family of course.) My guess is that this is the first trip to the church, with everyone suitable solemn, except the bride who knows where the camera is.
ReplyDeleteI was curious as to what was going on across the street -- several are looking that way. Great photo -- many stories could be written about this wedding party, the lady in the window, and the goings on across the street.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shot...and the idea of making up a story to go with it is enticing. Glad Little Nell noticed the woman (?) in the window...I missed that the first time. Mystery photo fun!
ReplyDeleteI think I'd probably hang out the window if a bridal procession came past my house. :-)
ReplyDeleteI originally missed the woman in the window, too. I know nothing about European wedding customs, but I wondered if it was a procession to the church with the flower girls in front. Interesting photograph!
ReplyDeleteI'm guessing they're on their way to the church. The flower girls are subdued by the occasion, the couples following are very ordered. I think that the group would be much more relaxed after the wedding.
ReplyDeleteI imagine from the orderly line and the solemn faces that the wedding has not yet taken place. I can't imagine the little flower girls walking along in such a restrained manner after the ceremony. Interesting shot.
ReplyDeleteHer veil is lifted off her face, so definitely post wedding ceremony,
ReplyDeleteand the couple walks together, more proof of that. Some banquet waiting for them somewhere, be it a private home or in a hall. It seems a rather small party though.
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This is completely fitting, and so happy that you shared it here, and gee I'd share it where I could. How you got this postcard in itself is really wonderful too. What a very special way to be married.
ReplyDeleteI will guess going to the church..because the little girls still have rose petals in their baskets..they are probably strewing a few along the way! Great find! :)
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