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Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
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Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph)
3098249 Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (lithograph) by May, Phil (1864-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes (Leadenhall Press, 1896). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22623100
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Class Dirty East End Gutter Snipe Gutter Snipes Guttersnipe Guttersnipes Horrible Lower Media Revolting Selling Entertaining Newspapers Vendor
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Illustration for Phil Mays Gutter-Snipes" takes us back to the bustling streets of London's lower East End in the late 19th century. The image, part of Phil May's renowned series on street life, captures the essence of poverty and humor that defined this era. In this scene, a young gutter snipe - a child from the lower class who made a living selling newspapers - stands proudly with his stack of papers. With dirt smudged on his face and clothes tattered, he embodies both the revolting conditions these children endured and their resilient spirit. The artist skillfully portrays the contrast between this grim reality and the amusing nature of these street vendors' lives. Through exaggerated facial expressions and comical gestures, May invites us to find entertainment in their struggle against adversity. The illustration also sheds light on sensationalism in media during that time period. Newspapers were not only sources of information but also served as platforms for storytelling. This print reminds us how stories about gutter snipes captured public attention through traditional engravings like this one. As we gaze upon this digitally cleaned image from Look and Learn's private collection, we are transported into an intriguing world where poverty intertwines with laughter. It serves as a reminder that even amidst hardship, there is room for fun and joy in everyday life.
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