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Street-Seller of Crockery Wine Bartering for Old Clothes, illustration taken from The London Labour
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Street-Seller of Crockery Wine Bartering for Old Clothes, illustration taken from The London Labour
XJF869642 Street-Seller of Crockery Wine Bartering for Old Clothes, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
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Barter Deprivation Dickensian Documentary Documentation Exchange Hawker Henry Mayhew Labor London Labour London Poor Selling Social Conditions Trader Crock Crocker Londoner Stovepipe
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This engraving, taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew circa 1840, transports us back to the bustling streets of Victorian London. In this snapshot of urban life, we witness a street-seller of crockery wine engaging in an intriguing barter with a passerby for old clothes. The image encapsulates the harsh reality faced by many impoverished individuals during this era. The worn-out coat and tattered hat worn by the potential customer serve as poignant reminders of their desperate circumstances. As they exchange goods, it becomes evident that survival often necessitates unconventional means such as bartering. The hawker's basket brims with delicate china wares, symbolizing his trade amidst a sea of poverty-stricken faces. His stovepipe hat adds an air of dignity to his laborious work, highlighting the resilience and resourcefulness required to eke out a living on these unforgiving streets. This illustration serves as both documentation and social commentary on the conditions endured by those dwelling in Dickensian London. It offers viewers a glimpse into the daily struggles faced by workers like this crockery seller who navigated through deprivation while striving for economic stability. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured over 180 years ago, let us reflect on how far society has progressed since then in terms of alleviating poverty and improving social conditions.
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