CATS MEAT MAN

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CATS MEAT MAN

The cats meat man pushes his barrow from door to door in a Victorian English street Date: 1888

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1888 Barrow Cats Meat Pushes Trades

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This evocative photograph captures the image of 'The Cats Meat Man' as he goes about his daily trade in a Victorian English street in the year 1888. The man, dressed in a simple working-class outfit, is seen pushing his barrow filled with freshly slaughtered cats, which are displayed on hooks and covered with white cloth. The cats, some still with their eyes open, are a stark contrast to the quiet and quaint Victorian street scene in the background. The Cats Meat Man was a common sight in many English cities during the Victorian era. He would go from door to door selling fresh meat, which was often used as a source of protein for pets, particularly cats and dogs. The meat was usually obtained from the local slaughterhouse or from stray animals that roamed the streets. The trade of selling cats and dogs for meat was a controversial one, with many people expressing their disapproval and concern for animal welfare. However, it was a necessary evil during a time when meat was a luxury and pets were often seen as a source of food rather than companions. Despite the controversy, The Cats Meat Man continued to ply his trade, moving from house to house with his barrow, selling fresh meat to pet owners who valued the health and wellbeing of their animals. The photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique insight into the lives of the people and their pets during the Victorian era.

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