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London ice carts 1857
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London ice carts 1857
Long trains of ice-carts may be seen wending their way to the shops of purchasers to dispose of their freights. Ice-carts with good effect; labour and urchin waggery often to be seen in the street on a winters day in London. Date: January 1857
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1850s 1857 Alongside Carts Cold Cream Creams Dealers Freezing Icecream Ices Stacked Travelling Wrapped
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A Winter's Day in London - The Ice Trade, 1857
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In this evocative image from January 1857, captured in the heart of London during a bitterly cold winter, we witness the bustling scene of the city's ice trade. Long trains of horse-drawn ice-carts make their way through the frost-covered streets, their contents carefully stacked and wrapped to protect against the freezing temperatures. The laborers, bundled up against the cold, expertly maneuver their horses and carts, navigating the icy terrain with ease and determination. The streets come alive with the sights and sounds of this vital industry. Ice-cart dealers call out to potential customers, offering their freshly cut ice for sale. Children, bundled up in coats and scarves, gather around the carts, their curious eyes wide with wonder at the sight of the frozen freight. The scene is one of industry and hard work, but also of community and social interaction. The ice trade was an essential part of Victorian London, providing a necessary commodity to keep the city's residents cool during the hot summer months. And on this wintry day, it serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and resilience of the people of London, who found ways to thrive even in the harshest of conditions. The ice-carts, with their piles of gleaming ice, stand in stark contrast to the gray, wintry landscape. The horses, too, seem to relish the opportunity to be out and about, their breaths visible in the crisp air as they pull their loads. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the simple pleasure of an ice cream on a hot day was a cherished luxury. Overall, this photograph captures the essence of London life in the 1850s, showcasing the city's vibrant and diverse community, as well as its ability to adapt and thrive in the face of adversity. It is a scene of industry, hard work, and the simple joys of everyday life, all set against the backdrop of a beautiful, yet unforgiving, winter's day.
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