
A rainbow skirt beside the piano barge
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A piano barge carries an unusually precious load through the quiet canal. The black grand piano rests on a padded cradle with blue straps holding it securely, while its owner stands nearby in a full pastel rainbow skirt. Pale pink, lilac, mint and yellow tulle bring a soft edge to the practical working deck.
The view from above connects the instrument, the boatworker and the surrounding green water. Dark tyre fenders and folded protective canvas give the journey an everyday rhythm, while warm light touches the old walls along the canal. The contrast between delicate clothing and careful transport makes this a small story about music before a single note has been played.
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