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Tramp on Embankment in dressing gown
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Tramp on Embankment in dressing gown
A tramp asleep on a bench on the Thames Embankment in London. He is wearing an old dressing-gown as an overcoat and his shoes are held together with string. Date: circa 1926
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Asleep Bench Dressing Embankment Gown Held Over Coat Shoes String Tramp Workhouse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the poignant image of a tramp, fast asleep on a bench along the Thames Embankment in London. The man's worn dressing gown serves as an inadequate overcoat against the cold, its once vibrant colors now faded and threadbare. His old shoes, held together with string, rest beside him, a testament to his meager means. The scene, set against the backdrop of the historic Thames waterfront, exudes a sense of melancholy and despair. The tramp's appearance and attire are reminiscent of those who once resided in the city's workhouses, a relic of a bygone era. The image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by the impoverished population during the early 20th century. The photograph, taken circa 1926, offers a glimpse into the lives of the marginalized and forgotten members of society, a poignant snapshot of a time long past. The Thames Embankment, with its iconic architecture and scenic views, stands in stark contrast to the man's circumstances. The juxtaposition of the picturesque setting and the man's plight highlights the deep-rooted social issues that persisted in London during this period. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of poverty and the importance of empathy and compassion for those in need.
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