Description
Christmas Swim transports you to a winter afternoon in 1954 above Los Angeles, where Rita Aarons glides through crystalline water surrounded by glittering ornaments and the towering presence of a 30-foot evergreen tree. Red and gold baubles float like jeweled lily pads over the pool’s surface while two children play on sun-warmed tiles beyond. The magnificent conifer, adorned with 200 twinkling lights, rises from the water like something from a festive dream at 5745 Hill Oak Drive. Sunlight catches every droplet as elegant backstrokes send ripples throughout this aquatic wonderland, a serene expression belying the water’s December chill.
This museum-quality photograph brings the unexpected magic of California yuletide traditions directly into your space, where celebration meets glamour in perfect harmony. Slim Aarons captured this whimsical scene during the height of mid-century innovation, when decorator Elmer Jones transformed his pool into the neighborhood’s most talked-about spectacle. The image offers that rare combination of charm and refined composition, with Rita’s graceful form creating a focal point amid the playful chaos of floating decorations. Christmas Swim introduces year-round enchantment, its unique blend of poolside luxury and spirit making every viewing feel like discovering a delightful secret.
Transform your dining room or hallway into a conversation catalyst where guests pause, smile, and share their own tales of unconventional celebrations. This Slim Aarons print becomes the cornerstone of distinctive decor that transcends typical imagery, working equally well in July as in December. Your walls gain a story worth telling, one that sparks discussions about creativity, tradition, and the delicious absurdity of swimming among ornaments. Each glance reminds you that elegance and whimsy need not be strangers, that joyous occasions take infinite forms, and that home should always embrace the extraordinary.
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