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Pyne - Drover
A SMITHFIELD DROVER Vast numbers of sheep and cattle are needed to feed the people of London, and Smithfield Market is where they are bought and sold
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1808 Bought Cattle Drover Feed Needed Numbers Pyne Sheep Smithfield Sold Vast
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.8cm (9.3" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Pyne's Views of London and its Environs - Smithfield Market - A Drover and His Cattle (1808)
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Thomas and William Pyne is an evocative image capturing the bustling scene of Smithfield Market during the early 19th century. This historical print showcases the vital role this market played in supplying London's growing population with much-needed sustenance. The vast expanse of Smithfield Market is depicted in the photograph, with its cobblestone streets filled with an impressive array of livestock. The market was the hub of the livestock industry, where vast numbers of sheep and cattle were bought and sold to be transported to London for slaughter and distribution to the city's residents. At the center of the image, a Smithfield drover stands proudly atop his horse, leading a herd of cattle towards the market. Dressed in traditional attire, the drover's weathered face and confident posture convey a sense of determination and experience. The vast numbers of cattle in the background, with their heads turned towards the market, add to the sense of industry and commerce that characterized Smithfield Market during this period. The historical significance of this image lies in its portrayal of the critical role that agriculture and livestock production played in the economic and social fabric of London during the early 19th century. The image also offers a glimpse into the daily life of the drovers and the bustling atmosphere of Smithfield Market, which was a hive of activity and an essential part of London's food supply chain. Overall, Pyne's Views of London and its Environs: Smithfield Market - A Drover and His Cattle is a fascinating historical record of a bygone era and a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who supplied London's growing population with the sustenance they needed to thrive.
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