London Labour Collection

The mud-lark, 1861 (engraving)
XJF2920754 The mud-lark, 1861 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mud-Lark, after a daguerreotype by Richard Beard)

The crippled street bird-seller (engraving)
604045 The crippled street bird-seller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crippled street bird-seller; from London Labour and the London Poor)

Orange market at Dukes Place, London (engraving)
604008 Orange market at Dukes Place, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orange market at Dukes Place)

Ratting at the Graham Arms, Graham Street, London (engraving)
607651 Ratting at the Graham Arms, Graham Street, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ratting at the Graham Arms, Graham Street)

The book auctioneer (engraving)
604054 The book auctioneer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The book auctioneer; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The sweeps home (engraving)
604038 The sweeps home (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sweeps home; from London Labour and the London Poor)

A view in Rosemary Lane, London (engraving)
604007 A view in Rosemary Lane, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A view in Rosemary Lane)

The London sweep (engraving)
2775869 The London sweep (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London sweep; from London Labour and the London Poor)

Flushing The Sewers (engraving)
587110 Flushing The Sewers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Labour and the London Poor)

The London sweep (engraving)
604042 The London sweep (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London sweep; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The Oyster Stall from London Labour and the London Poor (engraving)
610818 The Oyster Stall from London Labour and the London Poor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Groundsel Man (engraving)
602145 The Groundsel Man (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Labour and the London Poor)

Circus clown at fair (engraving)
604050 Circus clown at fair (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Circus clown at fair; from London Labour and the London Poor)

Doctor Bokanky, the street herbalist (engraving)
604046 Doctor Bokanky, the street herbalist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Doctor Bokanky)

The street dog-seller (engraving)
604044 The street dog-seller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The street dog-seller; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The blind bootlace seller (engraving)
604043 The blind bootlace seller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The blind bootlace seller; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The mud-lark (engraving)
604039 The mud-lark (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The mud-lark; from London Labour and the London Poor)

London nightmen (engraving)
604051 London nightmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London nightmen; from London Labour and the London Poor)

Street porter with knot (engraving)
604053 Street porter with knot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street porter with knot; from London Labour and the London Poor)

Street telescope exhibitor (engraving)
604052 Street telescope exhibitor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street telescope exhibitor; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The street-seller of birdsnests (engraving)
604041 The street-seller of birdsnests (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The street-seller of birdsnests; from London Labour and the London Poor)

The London Costermonger (engraving)
602144 The London Costermonger (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Labour and the London Poor)

The Rat-catchers of the Sewers (engraving)
587112 The Rat-catchers of the Sewers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Labour and the London Poor)

London labour and the London poor (engraving)
585448 London labour and the London poor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London labour and the London poor, the one-legged sweeper at Chancery Lane)

Jack Black, Her Majestys Ratcatcher, illustration taken from The London Labour
XJF869640 Jack Black, Her Majestys Ratcatcher, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School

The Irish Street Seller, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London
XJF869644 The Irish Street Seller, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School

The Street Comb Seller, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London
XJF869643 The Street Comb Seller, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

The Street Seller of Dogs Collars, illustration taken from The London Labour
XJF869632 The Street Seller of Dogs Collars, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School

Street-Seller of Crockery Wine Bartering for Old Clothes, illustration taken from The London Labour
XJF869642 Street-Seller of Crockery Wine Bartering for Old Clothes, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School

The Coster-Girl, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew
XJF869635 The Coster-Girl, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

The Street Seller of Nutmeg-graters, illustration taken from The London Labour
XJF869633 The Street Seller of Nutmeg-graters, illustration taken from The London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew, circa 1840 (engraving) by English School

Newsboy selling The Observer (colour engraving)
XJF3037854 Newsboy selling The Observer (colour engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The street rhubarb and spice seller (engraving)
XJF1765622 The street rhubarb and spice seller (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from London Labour and the London Poor); English, out of copyright

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"Unveiling the Gritty Realities: London Labour Through Engravings" Step into the bustling streets of Victorian London, where a myriad of characters and their daily struggles come to life through intricate engravings. Witness the poignant tales that unfold in every corner, capturing the essence of "London labour and the London poor. " In one engraving, we encounter a crippled street bird-seller, his weary eyes reflecting a lifetime of hardship. His humble existence serves as a reminder of the resilience found amidst adversity. Venturing further, we stumble upon an orange market at Dukes Place - vibrant hues contrasting with worn faces etched by laborious days. Here, traders navigate through chaos to eke out a living while providing sustenance for others. At Graham Arms on Graham Street, another scene unfolds - ratting becomes both spectacle and livelihood for those daring enough to challenge these verminous foes. The pursuit reveals not only desperation but also resourcefulness in finding unconventional means to survive. Meanwhile, within the realm of literature auctions lies an engraving showcasing a book auctioneer immersed in his craft. Amidst stacks of knowledge lay opportunities for both intellectual enrichment and financial gain – highlighting how even education can be intertwined with labor. The sweeps' home offers insight into yet another facet of London's working class society. These young chimney sweeps endure harsh conditions as they call this place their sanctuary from soot-filled chimneys; reminding us that childhood innocence is often sacrificed in order to sustain families. A view in Rosemary Lane captures scenes from everyday life - its narrow alleys teeming with people engaged in various trades; each face telling stories untold until now. This glimpse into ordinary lives emphasizes unity amidst diversity within this city's labyrinthine streets. Flushing The Sewers exposes an underground world hidden beneath our feet - unsung heroes who brave filth and stench to maintain public health. Their tireless efforts ensure hygiene prevails, often unnoticed and underappreciated.