Victorian costermonger and his cart
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Victorian costermonger and his cart
A Victorian costermonger and his cart, stacked up with baskets full of produce, photographed on a street of terraced Georgian houses. Date: 4 February 1893
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1893 Barrow Baskets Bowler Costermonger Georgian Produce Salesman Selling Stacked Terraced Vegetables
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This evocative photograph, taken on the 4th of February in 1893, captures the scene of a Victorian costermonger proudly displaying his fresh produce on the pavement before a row of terraced Georgian houses. The costermonger, dressed in a typical working-class outfit of the 1890s, dons a bowler hat and wears a heavy coat, shielding himself from the winter chill. His cart, stacked high with baskets overflowing with vegetables, fruits, and other edibles, sits nearby, ready to be wheeled to the next location for sales. The urban street scene is a bustling hive of activity, with passersby glancing curiously at the colorful array of goods on display. The costermonger's barrow, laden with the day's catch, represents the vital role these itinerant traders played in the daily lives of Victorian communities. They provided fresh produce to the working classes, who often relied on their affordable and accessible wares to feed their families. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of the costermonger trade, which emerged in the late 18th century and flourished until the early 20th century. This image, with its intricate details and authentic atmosphere, serves as a poignant reminder of the vibrant urban life and the essential role of small-scale traders in the Victorian era.
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