Street music: Barrel organ grinder, c. 1890
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Street music: Barrel organ grinder, c. 1890
A barrel organ grinder plying his trade. Date: c.1890
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Barrel Organ Grinder, c. 1890 This evocative photograph captures the scene of a barrel organ grinder plying his trade on a bustling street in the late 1800s. The man, dressed in a worn but tidy coat and a felt hat adorned with a ribbon, sits before his barrel organ, his expression focused and determined as he cranks the handle and plays a lively tune. The barrel organ, a popular form of street music entertainment during the 1800s, is a large, barrel-shaped instrument that produces music through a series of pipes and bellows. The barrel, filled with perforated cards, determines the melody and rhythm of the music as it is turned. The photograph transports us back in time to the streets of the 1890s, where the sounds of barrel organs and other street musicians filled the air. Passersby are seen in the background, some stopping to listen and drop coins into the grinder's hat, while others continue on their way, their expressions a mix of curiosity and indifference. The horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians add to the sense of movement and activity in the scene. The Barrel Organ Grinder, c. 1890 is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of street music entertainment during a time when technology was just beginning to transform the way music was produced and consumed. This photograph is a reminder of the rich cultural history of music and the role it plays in bringing people together and creating community.
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