Publiek op de kade bij een feestelijk versierd gebouw, vermoedelijk in de haven van Sydney c. 1890 - 1910

Charles Bayliss captured this photograph, likely in the harbor of Sydney, showing a crowd gathered at a festively adorned building. The flags are a spectacle here. These are more than mere decorations; they're symbols deeply rooted in human history. Since ancient times, flags have been used as visual representations of identity, power, and belonging. Think of the Roman legions marching under their standards or the medieval knights bearing their heraldic banners. The waving flags speak to the collective aspirations and shared identity of the people gathered here. The flags also evoke something deeper within us. Perhaps, it’s a primal urge to belong, a subconscious yearning for order and structure in a chaotic world. Just as celebratory banners fluttered during Roman triumphs, these flags connect us to a long, shared history. The symbol has evolved from military ensigns to national emblems, yet the underlying purpose remains: to unite and inspire.