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5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print)
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5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print)
8617999 5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, England in the 19th century. This market building was opened in 1877, the fish was brought in boats to the open river front and landed in baskets or boxes, it was sold first to the wholesale and then the retail dealers. From London Pictures, published 1890.); Photo © Hilary Morgan
Media ID 33396884
© © Hilary Morgan / Bridgeman Images
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5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, England - a Glimpse into the Bustling 19th Century
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. This print takes us back to the vibrant atmosphere of 5 A. M. in Billingsgate Fish Market, London, during the late 19th century. The market building itself had only been opened a few years prior in 1877 and served as a hub for fish trade. In this scene captured by an unknown artist and preserved through time, we witness the bustling activity that unfolded each morning at dawn. Boats laden with fresh catches arrived at the open river front where baskets and boxes were unloaded by hardworking fishermen. These bountiful treasures from the sea would soon find their way into wholesale and retail hands. The image showcases men diligently engaged in their roles as fishmongers and sellers amidst stacks of crates brimming with various marine species. Their faces tell tales of long hours spent tending to customers' demands while navigating slippery floors slickened by water and scales. Londoners from all walks of life flocked to this iconic market seeking not only sustenance but also camaraderie within its lively ambiance. The energy emanating from these early risers is palpable even through time's lens. As we delve deeper into this snapshot frozen forever on paper, it becomes apparent that it represents more than just commerce; it encapsulates a moment when tradition met progress – when centuries-old fishing practices merged seamlessly with modern infrastructure. Through Hilary Morgan's lens, we are transported back to an era when Billingsgate Fish Market was not merely a place for transactions but rather an integral part of London's identity – an enduring symbol of its connection to both land and sea. This remarkable photograph invites us to reflect upon our own relationship with food systems today while paying homage to those who have shaped our culinary heritage throughout history.
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