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Alpine scene with itinerant barrel seller
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Alpine scene with itinerant barrel seller
Alpine scene with itinerant barrel seller. Man carrying barrels, basins and baskets meeting peasants and dairy farmers. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857
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Alpine Alps Barrel Basin Buch Bucket Cabin Carl Dairy Educational Farmer Hoffmann Itinerant Peasant Seller Stick Swiss Welt
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This handcoloured lithograph, titled 'Alpine Scene with Itinerant Barrel Seller,' is an enchanting glimpse into the past, hailing from Carl Hoffmann's esteemed 'Book of the World,' published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1857. The image transports us to the heart of the Alps, where the crisp mountain air mingles with the warmth of human connection. At the center of the scene, an itinerant barrel seller, dressed in traditional attire, skillfully navigates the rugged terrain, balancing barrels, basins, and baskets on his back. His determined expression and the long wooden stick in his hand suggest a seasoned traveler, accustomed to the challenges of the mountainous region. As he makes his way through the landscape, the barrel seller encounters a group of peasants and dairy farmers, their faces reflecting a sense of curiosity and engagement. A cow and her calf look on curiously from the background, while a young girl, with a basket in hand, approaches the scene. The intricate details of the handcoloured lithograph bring the scene to life, from the thatched-roof cabins nestled amidst the trees, to the rolling hills and verdant pastures. This educational picture offers a captivating window into the daily lives of those who inhabited the Alps during the mid-19th century, providing a rich and evocative visual record of a bygone era.
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