Poster Print : Winkle seller, 1869
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Winkle seller, 1869
Man selling fine fresh winkles from a cart, 1869 Date: 1869
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Media ID 14413449
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1869 Coster Dec16 Everyday Fresh Poor Seller Selling Shellfish Trades Winkle Winkles
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Winkle Seller poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, originally from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1869. Witness the charm of a bygone era as a man proudly displays his fresh catch of winkles on his cart, inviting customers with a warm and inviting smile. Bring the nostalgic atmosphere of the Victorian era into your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of history. Order your Winkle Seller poster print today and let the rich details and vibrant colors transport you back in time.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the scene of a winkle seller plying his trade on the bustling streets of 1860s Britain. Dressed in typical working-class attire, the man proudly displays his freshly gathered winkles on a bed of straw in the back of his cart. Winkles, a type of edible sea snail, were a popular and affordable source of protein for the working classes during this period. The photo offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the poorer sectors of society during this era. The man's determined expression and the busy traffic of people and carts in the background suggest the hustle and bustle of urban life. The use of natural light and the rich textures of the man's clothing and the winkles themselves add depth and authenticity to the scene. The image is a reminder of the importance of local food markets and street vendors in providing sustenance and community connection in the past. It also highlights the hard work and resilience of those who sold goods from carts, such as the winkle seller, to make a living in the 1860s. Overall, this photograph is a valuable historical record of a moment in time, offering insight into the sights, sounds, and smells of the past.
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