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Benches with magnificent views at Beachy Head.

June 2011

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A winding, light-colored gravel path leads gently uphill, curving slightly to the right. The path is bordered by lush, green grass on both sides, which gradually transitions into taller, wilder grass as it moves away from the path.
On the left side of the path, there is a wooden bench, weathered by the elements, inviting someone to sit and enjoy the view. The bench is positioned to face the ocean, offering a peaceful spot to rest and contemplate.
The path leads toward the horizon, where the vast, calm ocean stretches out, meeting the clear blue sky. The ocean is a deep blue, with gentle waves visible in the distance. The sky above is mostly clear, with a few wispy clouds scattered here and there.
The overall atmosphere of the image is tranquil and inviting, suggesting a quiet place to relax, think, or enjoy nature. The scene is bathed in natural daylight, adding to the sense of calm and openness.

Winter Has Come

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Ruatoria, 1964.
Scene outside a billiards hall in Ruatoria. An elderly Maori man sits on a bench against the wall of the billards hall, rolling a cigarette. Five Maori children, three boys and two girls, sit on either side of him, watching him make the cigarette. Two of the children drink soft drinks and one eats an ice cream.

#Ruatoria #Maori #BILLIARDS #moe_tahurangi #Matapihi #Kōtuia #Billiardparlors #Benches #Children #Cigarettes #Carbonatedbeverages #Icecream&ices #Māori #photographicgelatin #photographicpaper #silver #gelatinsilverprints #worksofart #Contemporary #undefined

http://api.digitalnz.org/records/277586/source

The image captures a moment outside what appears to be a billiards hall, as indicated by the sign "BILLIARDS SNOOKER" on the wall behind the group. A diverse family of six individuals is seated against this backdrop: an elderly man in a suit and hat holding a cigarette case seems engrossed in reading something inside it while one child sits beside him attentively observing his actions, with another small boy standing to his left examining or interacting with what's on the ground next to their bench. The family includes two younger girls sitting at opposite ends of the bench; they look engaged but detached from the older man’s activity.
The surrounding environment is characterized by a mix of casual and worn elements: a plastic bag, possibly containing personal belongings or waste, lies discarded near one child's feet on the ground, while an old pair of sunglasses rests unattended close to their feet. The overall setting evokes a sense of everyday life with hints at economic simplicity—some family members are seen wearing shoes, others barefoot.
The image is in black and white, which contributes to its vintage feel, suggesting it could be from the early or mid-20th century based on clothing styles and haircuts. The monochrome palette emphasizes textures and contrasts within the scene more than color might have done so otherwise.

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Ringatu hui, Wainui, Whakatane, New Year, 1963/4
Two men standing and two seated outside a doorway of what appears to be a wharenui. A Ringatu banner with symbols of crescent moon, cross and the letters WI covers the window frame.

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http://api.digitalnz.org/records/20375804/source

The image depicts a black-and-white scene with six men outside what seems to be an entrance, possibly of a communal or cultural building. The doorway has decorative elements such as carved figures above it. In front of the door stands one man in casual attire and another partially visible behind him wearing dark clothing.

To the right side of the frame, three men sit on wooden benches against a wall adorned with circular decorations at the top. They are dressed formally or semi-formally; two wear hats indicative of traditional Māori headwear known as "korowai," while one is in a suit and tie. The man farthest to the right wears glasses.

Behind them, a banner hangs on what appears to be a window frame with symbols such as crescent moons, crosses, plus signs, and letters spelling out "+WI." This suggests an affiliation or celebration related to Ringatu, which has cultural significance in New Zealand's Māori community. The setting is outdoors during daylight.

The photograph captures the essence of camaraderie among these individuals amidst a moment seemingly connected with their cultural heritage.

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A splash of colour on #Bangor's famous #GarthPier for #MeerMittwoch. Overlooking the Menai Strait, it's the second-longest #pier in #Wales (1,500 ft/460 m) 📏

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A vibrant, colourful picnic bench sits on a wooden pier overlooking a serene body of water. The bench features rainbow-coloured slats in shades of pink, yellow, green, blue, and purple, contrasting with its black metal frame. The pier, constructed from wooden planks, extends towards a metal railing with decorative lattice panels. Beyond the railing, calm waters stretch towards a distant shoreline lined with trees and scattered buildings. The sky above is clear and blue, dotted with a few fluffy white clouds, creating a peaceful and inviting atmosphere.

Collaborative map of 39,032 commemorative benches (seating benches) around the world, with description and photos and an inscription search engine #benches

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The Slow Death of the NYC Public Bench

"…the bench has evolved from a public amenity to a way to control homeless populations by leaving little or no room to sit down."

"In many ways, the evolution of the NYC public bench reflects society’s changing relationship with public space, who is viewed as worthy of occupying it & shifting notions of how officials should deal with homelessness."

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