Photographic Print : Olive Malvery selling fruit
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Olive Malvery selling fruit
In the early 1900s, Olive Malvery, an established singer and reciter of verse, became known for her investigative reports on Londons poor, especially women, conducted incognito in a variety of disguises. This picture shows Miss Malvery (left) selling fruit from a market barrow
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Barrow Disguise Disguised Disguises Entertainer Incognito Investigative Investigator Olive Performer Poor Poverty Reciter Report Reports Selling Singer Verse Workhouse Workhouses 1907 Miss
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Olive Malvery, an intriguing figure of the early 1900s. Known for her talents as a singer and reciter of verse, Malvery gained renown for her investigative reports on London's impoverished community, particularly its women. This striking print, featuring Olive in her fruit stall, transports you to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past and adding character to any space. Bring history to life with this enchanting addition to your decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.1cm (14" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, we find Olive Malvery, a renowned singer and reciter of verse, engaged in an unexpected occupation. Known for her investigative reports on the plight of London's poor, particularly women, Malvery often conducted her research incognito, donning various disguises to blend in with her subjects. Here, the intrepid reporter is seen selling fruit from a market barrow, her face obscured by a simple headscarf. The image captures the gritty reality of street life in Edwardian London, with the bustling market scene and dilapidated housing in the background. Malvery's presence among the vendors and the working-class women and children in the crowd underscores her commitment to understanding their daily struggles. As a performer, Malvery was no stranger to the stage, but her investigative reports brought her to the forefront of social issues during this era. Her work, which often focused on the conditions of workhouses and the lives of the impoverished, shed light on the stark class divide in society and sparked public interest and debate. This photograph, taken in 1907, offers a glimpse into the multifaceted life of a remarkable woman who used her talents to bring attention to the plight of the less fortunate. Olive Malvery's legacy continues to inspire us with her courage, compassion, and commitment to social justice.
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