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The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters (engraving)
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The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters (engraving)
6006187 The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters. Illustration for London Labour and the London Poor by Henry Mayhew (Charles Griffin, c 1865).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22332404
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Class Conditions Deprived Folk Londoners Occupations Seller Spices Street Seller Type Types Vendor
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This engraving titled "The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities faced by the working class in 19th century London. The image, created by an anonymous English School artist, showcases the struggles and poverty endured by deprived individuals in this bustling city. As we delve into this historical depiction, we witness a street vendor surrounded by nutmeg graters, his chosen trade. The worn expression on his face tells tales of long hours spent battling adversity to make ends meet. This print was originally featured as an illustration for Henry Mayhew's groundbreaking book "London Labour and the London Poor" shedding light on various occupations and types of people within society during that era. Intriguingly, this artwork not only captures the hardships experienced by those living in poverty but also serves as a reminder of their resilience and determination to survive amidst challenging circumstances. It is through images like these that we gain insight into the daily lives of ordinary Londoners who struggled to provide for themselves and their families. "The Street-Seller of Nutmeg-Graters" stands as a powerful testament to both the conditions faced by working-class individuals in 19th century London and their unwavering spirit in navigating such difficult times. This engraving serves as an important historical artifact that reminds us of our shared past and encourages reflection on issues surrounding social inequality even today.
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