Sweep! Sweep
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Sweep! Sweep
Old Street Cries -- Sweep! Sweep!!
20th century
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Sweep! Sweep!!: A Cry from the Past - Old Street Cries of a Chimney Sweep Step back in time with this evocative image of a chimney sweep, captured in the bustling streets of the 20th century. The scene portrays a rugged, ragged man, dressed in old trousers and a patched shirt, his face smeared with grime and soot. He clutches a bundle of brushes under one arm, while the other hand holds a long-handled brush, its bristles blackened from use. A cloud of smoke rises from the chimney behind him, a constant reminder of the arduous labor that defines his existence. The man's call of "Sweep! Sweep!!" reverberates through the narrow streets, drawing the attention of passersby. His voice, raw and hoarse from years of use, is a familiar sound in this urban landscape. The cries of the chimney sweeps were a common sight and sound in the industrial era, a testament to the essential yet unglamorous trades that kept the city functioning. The image, titled "Sweep! Sweep!!: Old Street Cries - Sweep! Sweep!!," is part of the extensive collection of Old Street Cries by Mary Evans Picture Library, sourced from the Peter & Dawn Cope Collection. This photograph provides a glimpse into the past, offering a poignant reminder of the trades and the people who once shaped our urban landscapes.
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