Th Jones Collection

Hot Cross Buns!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Hot Cross Buns! A child buying from a hot cross bun seller, From Cries of London, c1840

Old Clothes! Old Clothes!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Old Clothes! Old Clothes! A man buying from an old clothes seller. From Cries of London c1840

Mackarel!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Mackarel! A woman buying from a mackerel seller. From Cries of London, c1840

An appropriate emblem for the triumphal arch of the new (Buckingham) palace
An appropriate emblem for the triumphal arch of the new palace - dedicated to the poor penny-less-priest-ridden and paralysed John Bull

Monument, London, c1850. Artist: J Hopkins
View of the Monument, King William Street, London, c1850; with figures, cart, carriages and omnibus

Sweet Lavender!, London, c1840, Cries of London. Artist: TH Jones
Sweet Lavender! A lavender seller offers her wares to a passing lady and child. From Cries of London, c1840

Green and Young Hastings, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Green and Young Hastings. View of a pea seller emptying a basket of peas from his cart into a bag held by a lady. From Cries of London, c1840

Onions, Fine Onions!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Onions, Fine Onions! An onion seller holding two strings of onions, with two passing figures. From Cries of London, c1840

Lilly-white Sand!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Lilly-white Sand! A sand seller carries a basket of sand from his cart for a customer, with a dog nearby. From Cries of London, c1840

Live Eels!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Live Eels! A woman buys from an eel seller who displays the fish in a basket resting on the pavement. From Cries of London, c1840

Roots all Growing!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Roots all Growing! A plant seller displays his wares in a cart pulled by a donkey. From Cries of London, c1840

Hat Box or Bonnet Box!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Hat Box or Bonnet Box! A hat box seller walks along the street with his boxes suspended from a pole resting on his shoulder. From Cries of London, c1840

2 Bunches a Penny Primroses!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
2 Bunches a Penny Primroses!, Cries of London, c1840. A primrose seller holds her flowers in a basket whilst a lady holds a bunch to her nose. A man pulls a cart in the background

Fine Wash-leather Sir!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Fine Wash-leather Sir! A wash leather seller displays her wares to a customer. From Cries of London, c1840

Young Spring Radishes!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Young Spring Radishes! A radish seller waters her produce and talks to a man from a nearby meat stall. From Cries of London, c1840

Sprats Alive O!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Sprats Alive O! A boy buys from two sprat sellers who display their produce in two large baskets placed on the floor. From Cries of London, c1840

Pickled Salmon!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Pickled Salmon! A woman buys from a pickled salmon seller who carries his produce in a basket on his head. From Cries of London, c1840

Knives to Grind!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Knives to Grind! A knife grinder with his machine. From Cries of London, c1840

Periwinkles!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Periwinkles! Two children buy from a periwinkle seller with a statue in the distance. From Cries of London, c1840

Buy a Broom!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Buy a Broom! A broom seller offers his wares to a lady passing by in a horse drawn carriage with a dog and an umberella. A child stands on the pavement. From Cries of London, c1840

Muffins and Crumpets!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Muffins and Crumpets! A muffin and crumpet seller sells his produce to a man with a woman standing in a nearby doorway. From Cries of London, c1840

Sweep!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Sweep! A view of two chimney-sweeps walking along the street, their brooms slung over their shoulders, with the dome of St Pauls Cathedral in the distance. From Cries of London, c1840

Buy a Door-mat!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Buy a Door-mat! A doormat seller with mats draped over his body stands next to a woman with a bucket and broom. From Cries of London, c1840

Water Cresses!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Water Cresses! A man in a long coat buys from a watercress seller carrying her produce in a basket. From Cries of London, c1840

Hare-skins Cook?, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Hare-skins Cook? A woman buying from a hare-skin seller who carries the dead animals in a cloth sack. From Cries of London, c1840

Milk Below!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Milk Below! A milk seller passes a jug of milk to a lady standing in a doorway, with a yoke balanced across her shoulders and a pail of milk by her feet

Rabbits! Fine Rabbits!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Rabbits! Fine Rabbits! A rabbit seller stands with dead rabbits hanging from a pole resting on his shoulder and holding a dead bird in his hand, with a woman carrying a basket

Strawberries!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Strawberries! A gentleman buys from a strawberry seller, her basket of produce at her feet. From Cries of London, c1840

Buy a Bird Cage!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Buy a Bird Cage! A bird cage seller trying to sell his wares to a customer, with a girl in the foreground. From Cries of London, c1840

Old Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Old Chairs to Mend. View of two chair menders. A man stands with a chair on his back, whilst a woman sits on the pavement mending the seat of a chair. From Cries of London, c1840

Oranges!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Oranges! An orange seller trying to sell her produce to a passing gentleman. From Cries of London, c1840

Young Walnuts!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Young Walnuts! A walnut seller carrying her produce in a basket with two children and the Tower of London in the distance. From Cries of London, c1840

Baked Potatoes, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Baked Potatoes A baked potato seller talking to a chimney-sweep, with a man behind eating a potato. From Cries of London, c1840

Bow-pots!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Bow-pots!. Two children buying from a bow pot seller who carries pot plants in a basket on her head. From Cries of London, c1840

Buy Images!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Buy Images! An ornament seller carrying his wares on a board on his head, with a woman and child standing nearby. From Cries of London, c1840

Hearth-stones! Bath-bricks!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Hearth-stones! Bath-bricks! A hearth stone and bath bricks seller pushing his barrow along the street, with two figures and the Palace of Westminster in the background. From Cries of London, c1840

Cherry-ripe, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Cherry-ripe. Two children buy from a cherry seller who stands with her barrow and a set of scales. From Cries of London, c1840

Umbrellas to Mend, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Umbrellas to Mend. An umberella mender walking along the street in the rain, with a dog and two figures. From Cries of London, c1840

Buy a Lace of the poor Blind, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Buy a Lace of the poor Blind. A blind lace seller led by a dog along the street, as a woman crouches down to pat the animal. From Cries of London, c1840

Cats Meat, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Cats Meat. A woman buying cats meat with a cat and three dogs, one peering into the nearby barrow. From Cries of London, c1840

Matches, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Matches, A girl buying from a match seller, with a third figure carrying a basket of carrots. From Cries of London, c1840

Fine Turkey Rhubarb!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Fine Turkey Rhubarb! A man buying from a rhubarb seller. From Cries of London, c1840

Pots or Kettles to Mend!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Pots or Kettles to Mend! A pot and kettle mender sitting on the floor with a fire enclosed in a metal container, and a woman watching. From Cries of London, c1840

Dust O!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Dust O! A dust seller with a man climbing a ladder to the dust cart, a basket balanced on his back. From Cries of London, c1840

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"TH Jones: Capturing the Vibrant Cries of London in the 19th Century" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the lively streets of 19th-century London through the captivating artwork of TH Jones. With his keen eye for detail, Jones brings to life the bustling atmosphere and unique characters that filled the city's thoroughfares. In "Hot Cross Buns. ", we witness a familiar scene as street vendors proudly display their delicious treats, enticing passersby with their mouthwatering aroma. The cries echo through the air, drawing people from all walks of life to indulge in this beloved Easter tradition. Jones takes us further into this world with "Old Clothes. Old Clothes. " where peddlers roam the streets offering second-hand garments. Their voices resound amidst a sea of colorful fabrics, inviting customers to find hidden treasures among these discarded items. "Mackarel. " showcases another facet of London's vibrant street culture – fishmongers energetically promoting their fresh catch. The artist captures both their enthusiasm and expertise as they entice shoppers with promises of succulent seafood delicacies. An emblem fit for royalty graces our attention next - "An appropriate emblem for the triumphal arch of the new (Buckingham) palace. " This grand monument stands tall, symbolizing power and majesty while paying homage to Buckingham Palace's regal presence at its heart. Moving on to more fragrant offerings, we encounter "Sweet Lavender. " Aromatic lavender sellers fill our senses with its soothing scent as they traverse cobblestone lanes, providing relief from urban hustle and bustle through nature's calming touch. The youthful energy captured in "Green and Young Hastings" transports us to a time when young boys roamed freely around town selling lush greenery. Their innocence shines through as they carry bundles upon bundles of foliage destined to brighten homes across London. "Onions. Fine Onions. " introduces us to the pungent yet essential vegetable peddlers.