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Lenten season in Paris: The Fish-market 1875
Lent has not yet prescribed effect upon the dietary arrangements of many families. This circumstance which of course tells rather against the butcher and in favour of the fishmonger. Date: 1875
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Media ID 20140421
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1875 Buying Fishmonger Fishmongers Lent Markets Season Selling Lenten
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the heart of Paris during the Lenten season with Mary Evans Prints Online's exquisite offering from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Witness the hustle and bustle of the Fish-market in 1875, where the absence of meat in observance of Lent has not yet impacted the dietary arrangements of many families. This evocative image captures the vibrant colors and lively energy of the market, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Transport yourself to another time and place with this beautiful fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.8cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the bustling streets of Paris during the Lenten season of 1875, the Fish-market comes alive with activity. Lent, a Christian observance of prayer, fasting, and repentance, had not yet taken full effect on the dietary arrangements of many families. This circumstance, as depicted in this photograph, tells a compelling story in favor of the fishmongers and against the butchers. The Fish-market, teeming with energy and vibrancy, is a feast for the senses. The air is filled with the briny aroma of the sea, mingling with the crisp chill of the early morning. The sound of vendors calling out to potential buyers fills the air, creating a symphony of commerce. The market is a riot of colors, with the glistening scales of the fish reflecting the sunlight, and the brightly colored stalls adding a splash of color to the otherwise monochrome landscape. The fishmongers, clad in heavy coats and aprons, are busy haggling with customers, their faces etched with the determination to make the best sale. Their hands move deftly, handling the slippery fish with ease and expertise. The customers, bundled up against the cold, are equally engaged, carefully inspecting the catch of the day, haggling over prices, and selecting the freshest fish for their families' meals. The Lenten season, with its emphasis on abstinence and penance, had led to an increase in demand for fish, making the Fish-market a hive of activity. The scene captured in this photograph is a testament to the enduring traditions and the vibrant culture of Paris, even during the most solemn of Christian observances.
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