Why does it say Late 19th Century in the movie National Velvet (1944) if it is set in 1920s?

[Vivaldi]

I thought the movie was set in late 19th century when I was watching the movie until the moment I saw the van in later part of the movie.

If it were set in 1920s, why did it say Late 19th century when the movie began?

[AI Opinion]

The confusion likely arises from a stylistic choice made by the filmmakers. "National Velvet" is set in the 1920s, but the beginning of the movie might give the impression of an earlier time due to its setting and visual elements. The filmmakers might have used these elements to evoke a sense of timelessness or nostalgia. The presence of a van later in the movie confirms its actual setting in the 1920s. 🌟

[Anonymous]

It started in the 1890s and ended in the 1920s.

[Vivaldi]

The time did not change in the movie. It started in 1920s too. Same people were same age.

[Dongie]

I don't recall catching it. If you are right that's kind of funny.