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Photo Mug : The Dust-Heaps, Somers Town, in 1836, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
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The Dust-Heaps, Somers Town, in 1836, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
The Dust-Heaps, Somers Town, in 1836, (c1876). Somers Town became a dense shanty town, surrounded on several sides by brickfields and dust heaps. From " Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places. The Western and Northern Studies", by Edward Walford. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. London, Paris & New York]
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Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image of The Dust-Heaps in Somers Town, 1836. This captivating photograph, taken around 1876, showcases the living conditions of the densely populated shanty town surrounded by brickfields and dust heaps. Bring history to life with every sip from this high-quality mug, perfect for tea or coffee. The vintage image is beautifully printed on both sides, making it a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the richness of the past. Unknown creator, but this image is a testament to the power of photography to capture and preserve history. Order yours today and relive the past, one sip at a time.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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The Dust-Heaps, Somers Town, in 1836 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of 19th Century London
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the year 1836, offering a haunting glimpse into the somber landscape of Somers Town. Once a thriving neighborhood, it had transformed into a densely populated shanty town surrounded by brickfields and towering dust heaps. The image captures the stark contrast between the dilapidated terraced houses and the vast piles of dust that dominated this urban environment. The engraving showcases an era when social class divisions were painfully evident as people from different walks of life coexisted amidst these harsh conditions. Intriguingly, we are left to wonder about the identity of those captured within this scene. A group of men and women stand outside one particular house while others go about their daily activities nearby. Perhaps they represent ordinary residents or workers who endured challenging lives in this unforgiving cityscape. This print serves as a reminder of London's industrial past and its impact on society during that time period. It also highlights how certain areas became synonymous with specific industries; here, kilns and smallpox hospitals played significant roles in shaping Somers Town's character. With no known creator attributed to this powerful image, it stands as a testament to both historical documentation and artistic expression. Preserved through time, it allows us to reflect upon our shared heritage while appreciating how far we have come in terms of living conditions and social progress.
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