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Sprats Alive O!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones

Sprats Alive O!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones


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Sprats Alive O!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones

Sprats Alive O! A boy buys from two sprat sellers who display their produce in two large baskets placed on the floor. From Cries of London, c1840

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Aquatic Life Basket Buying Counting Cries Of London Customer Fish Fish Seller Fish Wife Jones Market Sell Seller Selling Street Cry Street Seller Street Trader Th Jones Fish Out Of Water Metaphor Sprat


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This vibrant lithograph print titled "Sprats Alive O!, Cries of London, c1840" by TH Jones captures a bustling scene from 19th century England. The artwork showcases the lively street cry of two sprat sellers as they display their fresh produce in large baskets placed on the floor. Amidst the colorful market setting, a young boy eagerly purchases sprats from these fish sellers. The image evokes a sense of aquatic life and the fishy business that thrived during this era. Packed like sardines, these small silver fish symbolize abundance and affordability for customers seeking nourishment in bustling London streets. The lithograph beautifully portrays the concept of occupation and trade, highlighting the profession of these female fish sellers who were known as "fish wives. " Their presence adds to the metaphorical tapestry of London's cries, representing not only their job but also their resilience in a male-dominated society. Displayed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this piece offers a glimpse into 19th-century advertising techniques with its vivid colors and attention-grabbing composition. It serves as an intriguing historical artifact that transports viewers back to an era when street traders played an integral role in shaping urban life. Through TH Jones' skilled craftsmanship, this print immortalizes both the people involved in this thriving industry and the unique atmosphere that characterized London's vibrant markets during this time period.

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