Dating, please

[simonball]

Hello everyone,

Could anyone estimate a date for these 2 photos? It would help me to identify the little girl.

Thanks,
Simon

[nickgc]

No earlier than 1920s I would guess... and don't assume it is a girl just because the way the child is dressed, or the length of the hair.  I have pictures of my dad and his brothers (born 1912-1916) of this era that you would swear were pictures of little girls.  It was just the way they dressed all very young children.

Nick

[Niksmum]

I know you didn't ask for a restore but I just couldn't resist these great photos.


Irene

[simonball]

Nick,
Good point about it possibly being a boy although I can't match the dates with anyone in that part of the family. I found the photo amongst photos of my Grandmother who was born in 1918 and I think it is most likely to be her.

The man in the photo is a mystery. It is certainly not my Grandmother's father. Maybe a Godfather - I'll have to try and find out who that was...

Would these have been Christening photos or would these type of clothes have been worn for any special occasion (or photo session)?

Irene,
Thanks for the restores. I thought the one with all the scribbling on it was past repair, but that was obviously underestimating the talents of the people on this board!!

Simon

[Niksmum]

You re welcome. For what its worth the child standing is wearing a bracelet on the right wrist, so a girl 

Irene