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The deliveries and the loading of purchases of fresh fruit
The deliveries and the loading of purchases of fresh fruit and vegetables in a congested Tavistock Street WC2 at the rear of Covent Garden Market. The market seen on the left of the picture was designed and built by Charles Fowler in 1830 and vacated in 1974 when the market moved to Nine Elms south of the Riverr Thames. circa 1948
George Greenwell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21661834
© Mirrorpix
Busy Cart Crates Horse Market Porters Scene Street Vegetables
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of George Greenwell's fresh fruit deliveries in Covent Garden. Witness the hustle and bustle of Tavistock Street WC2 as crates of vibrant produce are skillfully loaded, capturing the essence of London's historic market scene. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the charm of the past into your home, adding a unique and timeless touch to any decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of London in the 1940s. The scene captures the vibrant energy of Tavistock Street WC2, located at the rear of Covent Garden Market. In this snapshot, we witness the deliveries and loading of purchases of fresh fruit and vegetables, a vital part of daily life in post-war Britain. The image showcases a chaotic yet organized street filled with carts, crates, and hardworking porters maneuvering through tight spaces. Horses play an essential role in transporting these goods, their strength evident as they pull heavy loads along the cobbled streets. On the left side stands Covent Garden Market itself, an architectural masterpiece designed by Charles Fowler in 1830. This historic landmark served as a hub for trade until its relocation to Nine Elms south of River Thames in 1974. George Greenwell's lens beautifully captures this moment frozen in time - a testament to London's rich history and its enduring love affair with fresh produce. It is a reminder that even amidst chaos and congestion, life goes on; people continue to work tirelessly to ensure that food reaches every table. This print allows us to step into the past and appreciate not only the physical labor involved but also how markets like Covent Garden have shaped communities throughout generations.
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