Petticoat Lane
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Petticoat Lane
Engaving depicting Petticoat Lane Market around 1870. Date: circa 1870
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© Mary Evans / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection Mary Evans / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Depicting Engaving Lane Petticoat
EDITORS COMMENTS
Petticoat Lane Market, circa 1870 This engraving, depicting Petticoat Lane Market in London around 1870, offers a glimpse into the bustling and vibrant commercial activity of the Victorian era. The market, located in the East End of the city, was renowned for its textile trade and was a popular destination for both locals and visitors. The image showcases the narrow, winding lane lined with makeshift stalls and colorful fabrics, with merchants haggling over prices and customers browsing through the array of textiles. The market's name, Petticoat Lane, was derived from the fact that it was a popular place to buy petticoats and other women's clothing. The engraving also reveals the diverse community that thrived around the market. People from various backgrounds and ethnicities can be seen interacting and conducting business, reflecting the multicultural fabric of the city. The market's atmosphere is lively and bustling, with the sounds of bargaining, the colors of the fabrics, and the energy of the crowd creating an inviting and exciting scene. This engraving is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of Petticoat Lane Market, which continues to be a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. It provides a window into the past, allowing us to appreciate the market's role in shaping the history of London and its textile trade.
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