Photographic Print : Queueing for Soup 1877
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Queueing for Soup 1877
Queueing for leg of beef soup at 2 pence a bowl outside working class dining room
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Media ID 607384
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10058978
1877 Apron Bandage Beef Bowl Dining Meat Pence Queueing Soup
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Queueing for Soup 1877" photograph from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image transports us back in time, capturing the essence of Victorian London as people queue patiently outside a working-class dining room, eager to purchase a nourishing bowl of leg of beef soup for just 2 pence. Relive history through this intriguing and thought-provoking piece of social documentation. Bring the rich tapestry of the past into your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image, titled "Queueing for Soup" and dated 1877, captures a moment in time from the bustling streets of Victorian London. The photograph, obtained from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the working class during this historical period. Outside a modest dining room, a long queue of individuals, mostly men, wait their turn to purchase a bowl of hearty leg of beef soup for just 2 pence. The scene is reminiscent of the harsh realities of urban life during the late 19th century, where access to nutritious food was a daily struggle for many. The photograph reveals intricate details that transport us back in time. The men in the queue, dressed in simple work clothes and bandages, display the physical toll of their labor. The aproned vendor, with a steaming pot of soup in the foreground, prepares to serve the next customer in line. The atmosphere is one of communal survival, as the men share a brief moment of camaraderie while they wait for their sustenance. The image also highlights the importance of soup as a staple food during this era. With its affordable price and nutritional value, soup provided a vital source of energy and warmth for the working class. The simple act of queueing for a bowl of soup becomes a poignant symbol of the collective struggle for survival and the shared human experience of seeking nourishment. This photograph, with its historical significance and rich details, offers a poignant reminder of the past and the resilience of the human spirit. It invites us to reflect on the daily struggles and triumphs of the working class during the Victorian era and the enduring power of community and shared experience.
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