WOMAN SELLING MILK

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WOMAN SELLING MILK

A woman sells milk on a cobbled street, ladling out quantities from churns Date: Early 19th century

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Churns Cobbled Milk Milkmaid Quantities Selling Sells Trades Ladling

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era, as a woman sells fresh milk on a cobbled street during the early 19th century. Dressed in the traditional attire of the time, the woman exudes a sense of warmth and hospitality as she ladles out quantities of milk from large churns. The cobblestones underfoot add texture and authenticity to the scene, while the simple wooden table and pitcher further emphasize the rustic charm of this trade. The woman's role as a milk seller was an essential one in the community, providing fresh milk to families and households on a daily basis. The milk was often transported from the farm to the city in large churns, and the woman would sell it directly to consumers, ensuring that it remained unadulterated and of the highest quality. The milk trade was an important part of the local economy, and women like this one played a crucial role in sustaining their communities. The simple exchange of milk for coins was a testament to the trust and reliance that existed between the seller and the buyer. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple act of selling milk on a cobbled street was a cherished tradition.

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