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Covent Garden Porters
Covent Garden was formerly the convent garden of the abbey of Westminster : it was for many years Londons major fruit and vegetable market. Date: 1924
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Convent Covent Major Markets Porters Vege Table Westminster Years 1924
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This evocative photograph captures the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden Market in London during the early 20th century. Dated 1924, the image showcases a group of porters at work, expertly maneuvering large crates and carts laden with fresh produce. Covent Garden, formerly known as the Convent Garden of the Abbey of Westminster, had been a major fruit and vegetable market for the city for many years. Located in the heart of London, Covent Garden was renowned for its vibrant market scene, where traders and merchants from all corners of the city and beyond gathered to buy and sell their wares. The market's rich history can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was first established as a fruit and vegetable market by the Abbey of Westminster. The porters in this photograph are an essential part of the market's infrastructure, responsible for transporting the heavy crates of produce from the wagons to the stalls. Their strength and agility are on full display as they navigate the crowded marketplace with ease. The vege table in the background, piled high with a rainbow of fruits and vegetables, is a testament to the market's reputation for freshness and quality. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to the bustling market streets of Covent Garden in the 1920s. It is a reminder of the important role that markets played in the daily life of Londoners, and the essential part that traders, porters, and merchants played in bringing fresh produce to the city's tables.
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