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Round & Sound Fivepence a Pound Duke Cherries, Cries of London, c1870. Artist
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Round & Sound Fivepence a Pound Duke Cherries, Cries of London, c1870. Artist
Round & Sound Fivepence a Pound Duke Cherries. A cherry seller weighing out the fruit in a set of scales. The seller then tips it out into a boys hat, whilst a man with a cart loaded with barrels gazes at her. From Cries of London, c1870
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Barrel Barrels Cart Cherries Cherry Cherry Seller Francis Francis Wheatley Francis Wheatly Gaze Photo Mechanical Process Scales Street Cry Street Life Street Seller Street Trader Weighing Wheatley
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This print from the 19th century showcases the vibrant street life of London. Titled "Round & Sound Fivepence a Pound Duke Cherries, Cries of London" it captures a moment in time when cherries were sold by an anonymous cherry seller. The artist behind this masterpiece remains unknown. In this scene, we see a female cherry seller meticulously weighing out her luscious fruits on a set of scales. With precision and expertise, she then tips the cherries into a young boy's hat, creating an intriguing contrast between age and occupation. Meanwhile, a man with his cart loaded with barrels gazes at her work attentively. The setting is bustling with activity as people go about their daily routines amidst charming buildings that line the streets of England's capital city. The colors are vivid and evoke nostalgia for simpler times. This print offers us a glimpse into the world of street traders in 19th-century London - their professions, interactions, and unique ways of conducting business. It serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this image transports us back to an era where transportation relied heavily on carts like the one depicted here. It reminds us of how different our lives are today while celebrating the rich heritage that shapes our present-day society.
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