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Taking advantage of the situation
Taking advantage of the situation... Street Lad - " Do you want an Errand Boy?" Shopkeeper - " No." Street Lad - " Yus you do, yours as just been runned over." !!! Date: circa 1890s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a classic moment to life with Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring 'Taking Advantage of the Situation' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image of a street lad cleverly taking advantage of a situation, with a witty exchange between him and a shopkeeper, is now available in high-quality metal print format. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office decor with this unique and intriguing piece of art. Order now and relive the story with every glance.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Taking Advantage of the Situation: A Humorous Interplay of Opportunity and Misfortune in the 1890s" This photograph, hailing from the late 1890s, showcases an amusing moment between a street lad and a shopkeeper. The young boy, dressed in typical attire of the era, is seen standing confidently before the grocer, a serious expression on his face. The shopkeeper, with a look of surprise and disbelief, leans over the counter, presumably tending to his scales. The boy, with a mischievous glint in his eyes, asks the shopkeeper, "Do you want an Errand Boy?" The shopkeeper, seemingly uninterested, responds with a firm "No." The boy, undeterred, quickly retorts, "Yours has just been run over." This exchange is filled with humor and wit, as the boy takes advantage of a fortuitous situation to offer his services. The shopkeeper, taken aback by the sudden turn of events, is left momentarily speechless. The photograph captures the essence of the street life in the 1890s, where children, often referred to as 'scallywags' or 'scamps,' would seize opportunities to earn a living, no matter how unconventional. The image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the young, and the entrepreneurial spirit that thrived in the bustling streets of the past. The photograph, with its intriguing narrative and historical significance, is a must-have for anyone interested in the social history of the late 19th century. The image, with its rich detail and texture, transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment of humor and intrigue from a bygone era.
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