Tramp with Gramophone
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Tramp with Gramophone
A tramp, begging cap in hand, stands with a gramophone mounted on a tricycle - the wheels have lost their tyres. A lorry stands behind. Date: Date unknown
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Media ID 14147450
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Begging Behind Gramophone Lorry Lost Mounted Stands Tramp Tricycle Tyres Wheels
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Melodic Beggar: A Tramp's Unconventional Busking Act, Circa Unknown" In this evocative photograph, a tramp, with a worn and weathered cap in hand, stands proudly before an antiquated gramophone, mounted atop a rickety tricycle. The wheels of the tricycle have long since lost their tyres, leaving the once mobile contraption grounded. The harsh reality of the tramp's circumstances is juxtaposed by the grandeur of the gramophone, which seems out of place in this scene. A lorry, its purpose obscured by the passage of time, looms behind, adding to the sense of history and nostalgia. The tramp's expression is one of determination and hope, as if he believes that the music emanating from the gramophone will bring him the kindness and generosity of passersby. The image captures a moment in time when innovation and tradition collide, creating an intriguing tableau of perseverance and survival. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the world was perhaps a little more simple, and the human spirit a little more resilient. It invites us to ponder the stories of the people who came before us, and the struggles they faced in their quest for a better tomorrow. The melody of the gramophone may have long since faded, but the memory of this enigmatic figure and his unconventional busking act remains a poignant reminder of the power of music to inspire and uplift. This image, though the exact date remains unknown, stands as a testament to the human spirit's ability to adapt and endure, even in the most challenging of circumstances. It is a photograph that invites us to reflect on the past, and to appreciate the rich history that shapes our world today.
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