So strange that look over the cliffs of time. This photo from 1941 was on an undeveloped film and was only very recently printed, so finally one can see what was there and then, 75 years ago. It is as if the lady behind that distant gaze is realising herself how long her look will be stacked away for future admirers.
Tony Hilyard came up with the picture: "Yesterday my wife and I visited two Belgian friends in the next village to us here in Normandie, for tea and a natter. This couple used to have a restaurant in Brussels. This friend’s mother died a couple of years ago and earlier this year they decided to clear out the loft of his mother’s house here in France.
In amongst all the strange things people keep they found a roll of undeveloped film. It seems the photo was shot in Brussels in 1941 (maybe Bernard Marreyt or Marc Hendrix - both are from the Brussels area - can recognize which exact street?). Once the film had been developed they found, apart from the usual family photos, this one of his mother leaning on a large saloon car. It looks American to me but it’s possible one of the website readers might be able to give more information. Any help or information would be much appreciated."
Editor: Well Tony, identification of the car will not be a problem. We're just grateful you have shared this enchanting photo with all of us!