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10134430. Date: 1830
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10134430. Date: 1830
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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is a black and white engraving depicting the bustling activity outside Messrs. Meux's Brewery in 1830. The scene captures a moment of industrial and commercial vitality during the early 19th century, showcasing various individuals engaged in their daily tasks. In the foreground, we see horse-drawn carts loaded with barrels, likely filled with beer produced at the brewery. Workers are seen handling these barrels, preparing for transport or delivery. One man appears to be leading a pair of horses attached to a cart while conversing with another individual who might be giving instructions or negotiating a deal. To the right side of the image, there is another worker carrying what seems to be an empty barrel on his back towards one of two identical buildings flanking the central structure. These smaller buildings feature large arched windows and doors that suggest they may serve as offices or storage areas related to brewery operations. The central building looms in the background with its tall chimneys emitting plumes of smoke into the sky—a testament to the ongoing production within its walls. The architecture indicates that this could be where brewing processes take place, given its more utilitarian design compared to other structures depicted. Onlookers include pedestrians and possibly customers or vendors visiting for business purposes; some appear merely passing by while others stop to observe or engage with workers. A dog can also be spotted amidst human activity, adding life and movement to this urban industrial setting. Overall, this historical illustration provides insight into both architectural styles of commercial buildings from that era as well as everyday work life around an established city brewery at that time.
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