Auction Sale in Home
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Auction Sale in Home
Selling the furniture of a private household, the auctioneer holds up a chair
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Media ID 591640
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10151083
Auction Auctioneer Auctions Holds House Hold Private Sale Selling Furniture
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time from 1909, showcasing an Auction Sale in a private household. The auctioneer is seen holding up a chair, as potential buyers eagerly inspect the furniture up for sale. This scene provides a glimpse into the historical practice of selling household items through auctions.
The image exudes a sense of domesticity and tradition, with the setting resembling that of a cozy home filled with cherished belongings. Each piece of furniture tells a story, hinting at the lives and memories associated with them.
The auctioneer's poised stance and confident demeanor suggest years of experience in facilitating such sales. His role as the mediator between buyers and sellers adds an element of drama to the scene, as bids are placed and decisions are made on who will take home each prized possession.
Overall, this print by Mary Evans Picture Library serves as both a visual record of past customs surrounding trade and commerce within households, as well as an intriguing snapshot into early 20th-century history. It invites viewers to imagine themselves participating in this lively auction event, surrounded by beautiful pieces of furniture waiting to find new homes.
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