Edwardian bride and groom

Maker
Thomas Easton
Production date
Circa 1900-1910
 Description
The bride and groom are standing outside a doorway. The groom is wearing a double-breasted coat, high collar and trousers. He has a waxed moustache. His buttonhole has a ribbon. The bride has a white dress reaching just above ground level and a floral bouquet. Bride also appears in p11805 and p11922 with her bridesmaids.
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Object detail

Department
Photo
Collection
Easton, Thomas, Collection/Family & Personal Papers Group
Maker
Production date
Circa 1900-1910
Subject place
Falkirk town centre/Falkirk area
Subject notes
Most Edwardian couples were married by the minister (72%) or the priest (12%), in the bride's house, following crying of the banns; church ceremonies were for the wealthy. Only 6% had 'irregular marriages' by declaration before witnesses and registered on warrant of the Sheriff.
Accession number
P11812

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