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Street hawkers sell football favours at Kings Cross (b / w photo)
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Street hawkers sell football favours at Kings Cross (b / w photo)
3637370 Street hawkers sell football favours at Kings Cross (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street hawkers sell football favours at Kings Cross. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22974738
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Badges Buying Caps Customers Football Hawkers Jobs Kings Cross Occupations Selling Traders Trading 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Favours
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This print captures a bustling scene at Kings Cross in London during the early 20th century. Street hawkers can be seen energetically selling football favors to eager customers. The image, taken by an English photographer, showcases the vibrant street life and trading culture of Britain at that time. The historic photograph provides a glimpse into the daily lives of these hardworking traders, who are adorned with caps and badges representing their occupation. Football enthusiasts can be seen buying and selling various items related to the sport, reflecting the popularity of football in England during this era. The photo also hints at international connections, as it is mentioned that Germany is represented among the customers. This adds an interesting layer to the narrative, highlighting cultural exchanges between nations in Europe during this period. With its sharp details and gravure-printed quality, this image offers a window into both British history and European society of the 1920s or 1930s. It evokes nostalgia for a bygone era while celebrating the vibrancy of street life in one of London's most iconic locations. Overall, this print from Bridgeman Images serves as a valuable historical document capturing not only moments but also glimpses into social dynamics and cultural interactions within early 20th-century Britain.
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