Historical information

This photograph is one in a collection known as the Allan Charles Quinn collection. These photographs were taken during his time at sea in the period immediately after World War II. This photograph has a complementary letter that was written by Allan to his mother outlining his first experience of Carnival.

Significance

As a whole the Allan Charles Quinn collection offers insight into the life of a young man working at sea in the period immediately after World War II. The photographs are complemented by a collection of letters written between Allan and his mother.

Physical description

Black and white photograph of a carnival float taken in Rio de Janeiro. There is a large crowd visible in the foreground and the background. The float is in the centre of the photograph. There is a white fountain on the float with two women dancing. Their dresses are flowing outward as they twirl.

Inscriptions & markings

Blue ink on reverse: CARNIVAL IN RIO./ 1-3-49