Photographic Print : Covent Garden Market Women 1873

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Covent Garden Market Women 1873

Group of the female workers of Covent Garden Market taking a rest, next to a pile of baskets and boxes, London. Beside them a small dog sits, looking tired. Date: 1873

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Media ID 20159573

© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk

1873 Baskets Boxes Covent Markets Pile Rest Sits Taking Tired

12"x8" Photo Print

Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Covent Garden Market in 1873. Witness a moment of rest for the hardworking women, surrounded by baskets and boxes, with a small, weary dog by their side. Experience the rich history and charm of London's iconic marketplace through this stunning, vintage photograph. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for a group of hardworking women at Covent Garden Market in London, as they gather for a break amongst the bustling activity of the market in 1873. The women, dressed in their traditional working attire, sit on the ground surrounded by an assortment of baskets and boxes, their faces reflecting the exhaustion of a long day's labor. A small, tired dog lies at their feet, adding to the sense of weary tranquility. Covent Garden Market was a major fruit, vegetable, and flower market in London, renowned for its vibrant energy and bustling crowds. The market was a hive of activity from early morning until late evening, with traders and vendors haggling over prices and customers clamoring for the freshest produce. The women in this photograph were an integral part of this scene, responsible for transporting the goods from the market stalls to the shops and homes of London's residents. Despite the challenges and hardships of their work, the women of Covent Garden Market found moments of camaraderie and rest amidst the chaos. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into their lives, revealing the humanity and resilience that underpinned their daily labors. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of Covent Garden Market, which continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination and a hub of London's food scene over a century later.

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