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A Wild-Beast Shop, c1873. Creator: Unknown
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A Wild-Beast Shop, c1873. Creator: Unknown
A Wild-Beast Shop, c1873. Shop selling animals in Ratcliff Highway, London. Exotic animals for sale include a baboon, a cockatoo (perched near a stove), and an anteater. The wild-beast shops in this street have often been sketched by modern essayists. The yards in the neighbourhood are crammed with lions, hyenas, pelicans, tigers, and other animals in demand among the proprietors of menageries. As many as ten to fifteen lions are often in stock at one time, and sailors come here to sell their pets and barter curiosities. The ingenious way that animals are stored in these out-of-the-way places is well worth seeing. From Old and New London, Vol. II: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places, by Walter Thornbury. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. London, Paris & New York]
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A Glimpse into the Wild-Beast Shop of Ratcliff Highway, London". Step back in time with this print capturing a scene from the bustling streets of 19th century London. Behold the mysterious and enchanting world of a wild-beast shop, where exotic creatures from far-flung lands are put on display for curious passersby. In this intriguing image, we witness an array of extraordinary animals awaiting their fate within the confines of this unique establishment. A mischievous baboon perches near a warm stove, while a majestic cockatoo observes its surroundings with keen interest. And there, right at the center stage, stands an anteater - its long snout poised as if ready to explore. Ratcliff Highway was renowned for these wild-beast shops that attracted both locals and sailors who sought to sell or trade their own peculiar pets and curiosities. The yards surrounding these establishments overflowed with lions, hyenas, pelicans, tigers - all highly coveted by menagerie owners. The ingenuity displayed in storing such diverse creatures in these hidden corners is truly remarkable and worth witnessing firsthand. As many as ten to fifteen lions could be found here at any given time! This snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when encounters with exotic wildlife were rare and awe-inspiring events. Join us on this journey through time as we delve into Old and New London's rich history - exploring not just its people and places but also uncovering forgotten professions like those involved in running these captivating wild-beast shops along Ratcliff Highway.
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