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Streetside empty bottle and can seller - Kathmandu, Nepal
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Streetside empty bottle and can seller - Kathmandu, Nepal
A remarkable card showing a streetside empty bottle and can seller - Kathmandu, Nepal. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 14383564
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alcohol Beer Bottle Bottles Cans Containers Empties Empty Feb16 Ginger Kathmandu Merchant Nepal Nepalese Packaging Recycle Recycling Remarkable Seller Selling Sherry Streetside Trader Trading Unusual Wine
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Remarkable Tradition: The Empty Bottle and Can Seller of Kathmandu, Nepal - Circa 1950s" 2.. In this evocative black-and-white photograph, we witness a unique scene from the bustling streets of Kathmandu, Nepal, circa 1950s. The image captures the daily life of a local merchant, skillfully selling empty bottles and cans to passersby. The seller, a Nepalese man, is seen meticulously sorting through a vast collection of bottles and cans, displaying an impressive array of shapes, sizes, and colors on a makeshift table. The scene is a testament to the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the people of Kathmandu. Empty bottles and cans, once used for various beverages such as wine, sherry, ginger beer, and beer, are now being recycled and upcycled for reuse. The seller's trade not only serves as a means of income but also plays a crucial role in the city's waste management system. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the unusual yet remarkable tradition of empty bottle and can selling in Kathmandu. The image transports us to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and resourcefulness and adaptability were essential skills for survival. The seller's determined expression and the intricate arrangement of bottles and cans in the photograph serve as a reminder of the value of recycling and upcycling, a practice that remains relevant and essential in today's world. This photograph is an exceptional documentation of a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on the streets of Kathmandu and the daily life of its inhabitants during the 1950s. It is a remarkable image that invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and consider the future of sustainable living.
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