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Street vendor, corner of Cuartel Street, Havana, Cuba
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Street vendor, corner of Cuartel Street, Havana, Cuba
Street vendor with linen piled up on a handcart, at the corner of Cuartel Street, Havana, Cuba. Date: circa 1915
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This evocative image captures the bustling energy of Havana's streets in the early 1910s. At the corner of Cuartel Street, a determined vendor sets up his linen stand, piling up the crisp fabric on his handcart. The sun casts a warm glow over the narrow road, illuminating the colorful facades of the buildings behind him. The vibrant scene is filled with the sounds of lively conversation and the clatter of passing carts and horses' hooves. The vendor, dressed in a simple white shirt and pants, expertly arranges the linen, his weathered hands revealing the years of experience spent in this trade. The intricate patterns and rich textures of the fabric are on full display, enticing passersby to stop and make a purchase. The architecture of the surrounding buildings, with their ornate details and wrought-iron balconies, speaks to Havana's rich history and cultural heritage. The scene is a snapshot of daily life in this bustling Cuban city, where commerce and community intertwine in the sun-drenched streets. This photograph, taken circa 1915, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a moment of vibrant activity and trade on the corner of Cuartel Street in Havana.
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