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MATCH & TINDER SELLER MATCH & TINDER SELLER
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MATCH & TINDER SELLER MATCH & TINDER SELLER
A Parisian woman selling matches and tinder. Date: early 19th century
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Apron Match Matches Parisian Seller Selling Tinder Trades
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This evocative image captures the daily life of a Parisian woman selling matches and tinder on the bustling streets of early 19th century France. Dressed in a traditional apron, she skillfully arranges her wares on a small table, the wooden surface worn from years of use. The delicate matches, bound in thin paper, are displayed in neat rows, while the larger bundles of tinder, made from dried twigs and bark, rest nearby. The woman's expression is focused and determined, her eyes locked on the passersby, inviting them to make a purchase. The smoke from a nearby bakery wafts through the air, mingling with the scent of the tinder and the faint aroma of the matches. The clatter of horse hooves and the chatter of voices fill the air as the woman goes about her trade, a common sight on the streets of Paris during this era. The use of natural materials for lighting was a necessity in the early 19th century before the widespread availability of gas and electric lighting. The sale of matches and tinder was an essential business, providing a vital service to the community. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when daily life was more closely tied to the natural world and the rhythms of the seasons.
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