Selling Hot Cross Buns
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Selling Hot Cross Buns
An old woman comes to the front door on Good Friday, selling HOT CROSS BUNS to the children of the house and a maidservant
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of an old woman selling Hot Cross Buns at the front door of a Victorian-era house on Good Friday, circa 1880. The children of the household, dressed in their Sunday best, eagerly gather around the door, their eyes fixed on the basket of freshly baked buns held by the woman. A maidservant stands nearby, watching over the scene with a gentle smile. Hot Cross Buns have long been a traditional food associated with Good Friday, a day of religious observance and reflection in the Christian faith. The cross on the bun symbolizes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the spices and fruits used in the recipe represent the sweetness and joy of the resurrection. The old woman, with her wrinkled face and worn apron, embodies the rich history and customs of this time-honored tradition. Her presence at the door on Good Friday was a familiar sight in many communities during the late 19th century, as women like her would travel from house to house selling their buns to families observing the holiday. The children's excited expressions and the maidservant's warm smile add to the sense of joy and anticipation in the scene. The photograph captures a moment of simple pleasure and connection, as the old woman shares her buns and the children enjoy a treat that has been a part of their faith and culture for generations. This image, from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, offers a glimpse into the past and the rich traditions that continue to shape our holidays and communities today.
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