Snap Playing Card - Scissors to Grind
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Snap Playing Card - Scissors to Grind
Snap Playing Card - Scissors to Grind.
circa 1900s
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Media ID 14311906
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled 'Snap Playing Card - Scissors to Grind,' transports us back in time to the early 1900s. The image depicts an old man intently focusing on his work, seated on a small stool on the pavement. He is a tinker, a traveling tradesman who provided a service to sharpen various items, including scissors and other edged tools. In this instance, he is in the process of sharpening a snap playing card, likely from the popular game of Snap, which was a common pastime during the Edwardian era. The man's weathered face and worn clothing speak to his hardworking nature and the passage of time. His tools, including the grinder and the pile of sharpened items beside him, suggest a life dedicated to this itinerant trade. The scene is simple yet evocative, offering a glimpse into the past and the daily lives of people during this period. The photograph, taken by Terry Parker and available through Mary Evans Picture Library, is a testament to the rich history of trades and the importance of simple services like sharpening in the daily lives of people. It also highlights the role of photography in documenting and preserving the past for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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