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Female grape vendor at the Turin market
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Female grape vendor at the Turin market
Female grape vendor at the Turin market Turin. Date of Photograph:1936
Gabinio, Mario
FVQ-F-029891-0000
Media ID 33286699
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Automobile Basket Commerce And Trade Food Vendor Itinerant Vendor Scale Vendor By Land For Daytime On The Road
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This photograph, captured by Mario Gabinio in 1936, transports us back to the bustling Turin market. In this snapshot of time, we are introduced to a remarkable female grape vendor who stands proudly behind her scale, surrounded by an array of luscious fruits. Dressed in the fashion of the era, her clothing reflects both functionality and style. Her hairdo is neatly arranged under a fashionable hat that adds an air of elegance to her appearance. As she tends to her itinerant trade, one can sense the dedication and hard work that defines her vocation. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of parked automobiles and people going about their daily routines. The methodical arrangement of baskets filled with grapes showcases not only the vendor's attention to detail but also highlights the importance placed on presentation in commerce and trade during this period. Transportation plays a significant role as well; it is evident that land travel was essential for vendors like our protagonist. The basket overflowing with grapes serves as both a symbol of abundance and mobility - ready for transport from one destination to another. Gabinio's masterful composition captures not just an ordinary moment at the market but rather encapsulates an entire narrative within its frame. This photograph invites viewers into a world where hardworking individuals like our female grape vendor play vital roles in sustaining local economies through their laborious efforts. As we gaze upon this timeless image today, we are reminded of the resilience and determination exhibited by those who have come before us – individuals whose contributions often go unnoticed yet shape our societies profoundly.
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