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Flower girl in London, 1872
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Flower girl in London, 1872
Flower girl selling flowers or buttonholes to two Victorian gentlemen on the streets of London. Date: 1872
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Media ID 20159561
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1872 Buttonholes Gentlemen Selling Trades
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of London's bustling streets in the 1870s, as two Victorian gentlemen pause to purchase flowers or buttonholes from a young flower girl. Dressed in a simple yet colorful outfit, the flower girl cradles a large wicker basket filled with blooms, her youthful face expressing a mixture of determination and innocence as she conducts her trade. The gentlemen, impeccably dressed in top hats and tailcoats, engage in friendly banter with the girl, their expressions suggesting a sense of nostalgia and delight in this simple transaction. The scene unfolds on a cobblestone street, lined with tall, Victorian buildings and adorned with the occasional horse-drawn carriage. The crisp autumn leaves scattered on the ground add a touch of seasonality to the image, further emphasizing the passage of time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era of horse-drawn carriages, vibrant street life, and the simple pleasures of buying fresh flowers from a young girl on the streets of London.
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