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The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters (engraving)
6006187 The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters. Illustration for London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew (Charles Griffin, c 1865).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22332404
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Class Conditions Deprived Folk Londoners Occupations Spices Street Seller Type Types Seller Vendor
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless charm of The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters, an exquisite 19th-century engraving from the English School, now available as a Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating work of art, featuring a street vendor selling nutmeg graters, showcases the intricate details and masterful craftsmanship of the era. Bring this beautiful piece of history into your home or office and elevate your decor with the authenticity and sophistication of a Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.6cm x 53.3cm (12.8" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving titled "The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities faced by the working class in 19th century London. The image, created by an anonymous English School artist, showcases the struggles and poverty endured by deprived individuals in this bustling city. As we delve into this historical depiction, we witness a street vendor surrounded by nutmeg graters, his chosen trade. The worn expression on his face tells tales of long hours spent battling adversity to make ends meet. This print was originally featured as an illustration for Henry Mayhew's groundbreaking book "London Labour and the London Poor" shedding light on various occupations and types of people within society during that era. Intriguingly, this artwork not only captures the hardships experienced by those living in poverty but also serves as a reminder of their resilience and determination to survive amidst challenging circumstances. It is through images like these that we gain insight into the daily lives of ordinary Londoners who struggled to provide for themselves and their families. "The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters" stands as a powerful testament to both the conditions faced by working-class individuals in 19th century London and their unwavering spirit in navigating such difficult times. This engraving serves as an important historical artifact that reminds us of our shared past and encourages reflection on issues surrounding social inequality even today.
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