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Flower seller in street, Newlyn, Cornwall
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Flower seller in street, Newlyn, Cornwall
Flower seller with his barrow in the street, Newlyn, Cornwall Date: circa 1970s
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of a flower seller pushing his barrow through the narrow, cobblestone streets of Newlyn, Cornwall, in the 1970s. The man, dressed in a heavy coat and wearing a flat cap, is carefully balancing a large display of fresh daffodils on the wheeled cart, their vibrant yellow petals contrasting against the grey stone and damp, mossy walls of the buildings behind him. The air is filled with the sweet, earthy scent of the flowers, mingling with the salty sea breeze that drifts in from the nearby harbor. Newlyn, a historic fishing village in Cornwall, is known for its picturesque streets and thriving arts community. In the 1970s, the town was still a bustling hub of activity, with local traders like this flower seller plying their wares on the wayside. The man's barrow is filled with bunches of fresh flowers, each one carefully arranged and tied with ribbon, ready to be sold to passersby. Despite the rain that can be seen in the distance, the flower seller continues to push his barrow, undeterred. The scene is reminiscent of the traditional flower sellers of old, who would set up shop at the side of the road, selling their wares to travelers and locals alike. The photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, when life moved at a slower pace and the simple pleasures of fresh flowers and the changing of the seasons were cherished. The photograph also reveals the rich texture of Newlyn's history, with the Lloyds Bank building visible in the background, its imposing stone facade a reminder of the town's long-standing connection to the sea and the fishing industry.
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