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Shanghai - porters resting by the roadside
Porters with large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks, rest at the side of the road, some taking refreshment. Further down the street is a vendor of cakes or biscuits
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Attached Barrels Baskets Biscuits Cakes Overseer Porters Refreshment Rest Resting Road Side Shanghai Vendor Yolks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for Shanghai's hardworking porters, as they rest by the roadside with their large wooden barrels and baskets attached to their yolks. The porters, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, take a break from their laborious tasks, some sipping tea or nibbling on cakes or biscuits from a nearby vendor. The vendor, with a cart piled high with delicacies, adds a touch of color and vibrancy to the scene. The historical setting of this image transports us back in time, with the pavement and buildings in the background revealing the rich history and culture of Shanghai. The oversized barrels and baskets, skillfully balanced on the porters' yolks, are a testament to the physical demands of traditional trade in China. Despite the hustle and bustle of the busy street further down the road, this quiet moment of rest offers a glimpse into the daily life of the porters and the importance of taking a break to recharge. The wooden barrels and baskets, along with the vendor's cart and the pavement, add to the authenticity of this image, making it a must-have for any collection of Chinese history or culture.
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