Smithfield Market 1875
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Smithfield Market 1875
Metropolitan Poultry Market, SMITHFIELD Date: 1875
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7133235
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10093434
1875 Markets Metropolitan Poultry Smithfield
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of Smithfield Market in London, England, as it appeared in 1875. Known as the Metropolitan Poultry Market, Smithfield was the largest and most famous meat market in the city, supplying fresh produce to Londoners for centuries. In this image, we see a sea of butchers and traders, each engaged in their daily business of buying, selling, and preparing poultry. The market's narrow, winding streets are filled with carts, crates, and barrels, creating a labyrinthine maze that echoes the chaos and energy of the bustling marketplace. The air is thick with the pungent smells of livestock and blood, a testament to the raw and primal nature of the trade. Yet, amidst the hustle and bustle, there is a sense of community and camaraderie amongst the marketgoers. Men in aprons and caps haggle over prices, while others load and unload their wares with practiced ease. The market's distinctive architecture, with its iron and brick structures, adds to the sense of history and tradition, transporting us back in time to a bygone era. Smithfield Market, which still operates today, has been a fixture of London's food scene for over 800 years. This photograph, taken in 1875, offers a fascinating glimpse into the market's rich history and the daily lives of the people who made it thrive. It is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of London's food culture, which continues to evolve and endure through the centuries.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
