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OLD CLOTHES MAN / 1870
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OLD CLOTHES MAN / 1870
A man selling old clothes which he carries in a bundle on his back. Date: circa 1870
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Media ID 20151647
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Bundle Carries Nose Selling Trades
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This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era, as an old man goes about his daily trade of selling used clothes in the streets of the late 19th century. Dressed in tattered clothing and wearing a large, expressive nose, the man carries a heavy bundle of old garments on his back, balanced precariously with the aid of a long stick. His weathered face and worn appearance speak of a life lived in hardship, yet his determined expression and the confident way he holds himself suggest that he has found a way to make a living from his meager possessions. The scene is set in the bustling heart of the city, with the sounds and smells of urban life swirling around the man and his wares. The cobblestone streets are filled with the clatter of horse hooves and the chatter of passersby, while the aroma of freshly baked bread and roasting chestnuts mingles with the scent of old fabric and the faint whiff of sweat and grime. Despite the challenges of his circumstances, the old clothes man exudes a sense of dignity and resilience, embodying the spirit of resourcefulness and adaptability that was so essential in the days before mass production and consumer culture. His trade may have been humble, but it provided him with a means to survive and contribute to his community, and the image serves as a poignant reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the human spirit.
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