Vintage Photograph of Couple Posing on Mattapoisett Long Wharf with Swordfish Weathervane in New England, late 1800s

Photographer Unknown

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  • Description

  • City: unknown
  • State: unknown
  • Country: United States
  • Source: Bodin
  • Approx. Date: Late 1800s
  • Photographer: Unknown

Showing their love of each other, this couple embraces each other at the edge of a stone jetty. The man stands behind the woman, hugging her while grasping the rails. The couple gazes towards the ocean, enjoying the lovely view and the cool sea breeze. To the left of the couple is tall weathervane with a swordfish pointer. Its design is rather unique and compliments the nautical environment of New England. Behind the jetty, seaside cottages line the coastline, as well as what looks to be a hotel to the far right. With such a breathtaking view of the water, anyone would be lucky to live in the area, and tourism must also be quite popular. 

Almost mimicking the famous scene of Jack and Rose in Titanic, it is hard to miss the loving sense of affection that the couple displays in this photograph. They happily enjoy each other's company and savor every moment together, and they chose to commemorate such a fond moment through this photograph. This picture is a great reminder of the existence of true love and how it withstands the test of time. Just like the rock that the lovers pose on, the foundation of their relationship is strong, and nothing, not even the powerful waves of the sea, can break them apart.

From the collection of Fred Bodin of Gloucester MA. Fred was a long time resident and well-known photographer of Gloucester and had one of the best private collections of New England nautical photographs in private hands. Fred was a photojournalist having graduated with this degree from Syracuse University and worked for Yankee Magazine. Fred passed away in 2016 and HIP purchased his collection from his estate.

     

    • Description

    • City: unknown
    • State: unknown
    • Country: United States
    • Source: Bodin
    • Approx. Date: Late 1800s
    • Photographer: Unknown

    Showing their love of each other, this couple embraces each other at the edge of a stone jetty. The man stands behind the woman, hugging her while grasping the rails. The couple gazes towards the ocean, enjoying the lovely view and the cool sea breeze. To the left of the couple is tall weathervane with a swordfish pointer. Its design is rather unique and compliments the nautical environment of New England. Behind the jetty, seaside cottages line the coastline, as well as what looks to be a hotel to the far right. With such a breathtaking view of the water, anyone would be lucky to live in the area, and tourism must also be quite popular. 

    Almost mimicking the famous scene of Jack and Rose in Titanic, it is hard to miss the loving sense of affection that the couple displays in this photograph. They happily enjoy each other's company and savor every moment together, and they chose to commemorate such a fond moment through this photograph. This picture is a great reminder of the existence of true love and how it withstands the test of time. Just like the rock that the lovers pose on, the foundation of their relationship is strong, and nothing, not even the powerful waves of the sea, can break them apart.

    From the collection of Fred Bodin of Gloucester MA. Fred was a long time resident and well-known photographer of Gloucester and had one of the best private collections of New England nautical photographs in private hands. Fred was a photojournalist having graduated with this degree from Syracuse University and worked for Yankee Magazine. Fred passed away in 2016 and HIP purchased his collection from his estate.