Strike of the grocers, a brawl, title page from Le Petit Journal, 8 January 1899

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Strike of the grocers, a brawl, title page from Le Petit Journal, 8 January 1899

XIR414063 Strike of the grocers, a brawl, title page from Le Petit Journal, 8 January 1899 (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de La Presse, Paris, France; (add.info.: Greve des commis epiciers, une bagarre; ); French, out of copyright

Media ID 12876889

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Arguing Argument Baskets Chicken Chickens Demonstration Front Cover Gathering Gesturing Greengrocers Grocer Grocery Store Hanging Illustrated Supplement News Pointing Police Produce Sacks Strikes Striking Vegetables

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Strike of the Grocers, a Brawl" takes us back to the vibrant streets of Paris in 1899. The image, originally featured on the title page of Le Petit Journal, showcases a chaotic scene filled with energy and tension. In this colorful engraving, we witness an intense clash between striking grocers and their opponents. The front cover depicts a bustling grocery store where produce such as vegetables and hanging chickens are suspended from baskets and sacks. However, what was once a place for commerce has now become a battleground. A large crowd gathers around the altercation, eagerly observing as both men and women engage in heated arguments and physical confrontations. Pointing fingers and gesturing hands emphasize the intensity of their disagreement. The presence of police officers suggests an attempt to restore order amidst this chaos. Their stern expressions hint at the challenges they face while trying to diffuse tensions within this gathering demonstration. This historical artwork not only captures a moment in time but also serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by workers during labor disputes in late 19th-century France. It is through images like these that we can gain insight into past social movements that have shaped our present-day understanding of worker's rights and collective action.

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