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Scottish fishwife, 1830s
A Scottish fishwife selling fish from a basket and putting it in her customers pocket, 1830s Date: 1830s
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1820s 1830 1830s Dec16 Everyday Fishwife Lower Pocket Poor Putting Seller Selling Trades
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This evocative image captures the daily life of a Scottish fishwife in the 1830s as she goes about her trade in the bustling streets of a coastal town. Dressed in the traditional attire of the time, with a shawl wrapped around her head and a simple apron covering her working clothes, she expertly selects fresh fish from her woven basket and deftly places it into the pockets of her customers. The fishwife's expression is one of determination and focus, as she efficiently serves the local community, providing them with a valuable source of food in an era before refrigeration. The scene is reminiscent of the 1820s and 1830s, a time when the Scottish fishing industry was thriving, and fishwives played a crucial role in the distribution of fresh fish from the docks to the homes of the local population. This photograph offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the lower classes in Scotland during this period, providing a fascinating insight into the hard work, resilience, and resourcefulness of those who made their living through street trade. The fishwife's humble yet essential trade was a vital part of the Scottish economy, and her presence on the streets was a common sight in coastal towns and villages. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the important role that women played in providing for their families and communities, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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