Created on 2024-11-21

This is a black and white historical photograph, capturing a street scene. The image is labeled "High Street from College Open, 1860" which suggests that it was taken in the year 1860. The street appears to be a cobblestone road flanked by multi-story buildings of the period, which have a variety of windows, some with shutters. There are several streetlights along the sidewalk, and a hanging sign is visible on the left, indicating some sort of business or shop. The atmosphere in the photo is slightly misty, possibly due to fog or the photographic processing of the era, which gives the scene a haunting quality. The end of the street fades into the mist, making it difficult to see further details. There are a few indistinct figures in the street: some individuals and perhaps a small group or family. The figures appear to be captured in motion, and because of the long exposure times necessary for photography in the 1860s, they are slightly blurred. On the right margin, handwritten text seems to have annotations possibly by the owner or person who managed the photograph. This photo gives us a glimpse into urban life in the mid-19th century and has a sense of stillness and solitude, despite depicting a public space.

Created on 2024-11-21

The image appears to be a black and white photograph of a city street in what seems to be the late 19th or early 20th century. The street is lined with multi-story buildings on both sides, with lamp posts and various shops or businesses visible. Several people are walking along the cobblestone street, creating a sense of activity and liveliness in the scene. The overall atmosphere conveys a historical, urban setting.