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"Street life in London": The "wall worker", 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
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"Street life in London": The "wall worker", 1877 (print on double-weight paper)
3570759 "Street life in London": The "wall worker", 1877 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: London, Great Britain
1877
Photographer: Thomson, John;Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 38145934
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a glimpse of street life in London in 1877, showcasing the "wall worker" going about his daily routine. The image, captured by photographer John Thomson and preserved in the Alinari Archives in Florence, depicts a man with a walking stick and wearing a bowler hat as he takes a moment to rest outside a shop.
The details in the photograph provide insight into the social conditions of the time, highlighting elements such as poverty, work attire, and architectural structures. The presence of draft beer glasses on the table next to him suggests that alcohol may have been an escape or comfort for those living in challenging circumstances.
The composition of the image is rich with historical significance, offering viewers a window into life in Victorian-era London. From the man's clothing and accessories to the business sign behind him, every detail tells a story about society at that time.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from over a century ago, we are reminded of how much has changed yet also how some aspects of urban life remain timeless. This print serves as both an artistic piece and a valuable historical document that sheds light on everyday existence in one of Europe's most iconic cities.
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