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Grooming costers donkeys, London, c1903 (1903)
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Grooming costers donkeys, London, c1903 (1903)
Grooming costers donkeys, London, c1903 (1903). View of stables and donkeys for hire to costers (or costermongers), street traders selling fruit and vegetables. From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]
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Cobbled Cobbles Cobblestone Cobblestones Costermonger Donkey Edwardian George R Sims George Robert George Robert Sims George Sims Grooming Sell Seller Selling Sims Social Class Stables Street Seller Street Trader Street Trading Working Animal Working Class
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This print captures a glimpse of London's bustling streets in the early 20th century. In this scene, we see a group of costermongers grooming their trusty donkeys outside the stables. Costermongers were street traders who sold fruits and vegetables, and these hardworking animals were essential to their trade. The image showcases the working class life in Britain during this era, with men and boys diligently tending to the donkeys' needs. The cobbled lane adds an authentic touch to the setting, transporting us back to a time when such roads were common in London. The monochrome aesthetic lends a timeless quality to the photograph, emphasizing its historical significance. It is evident that George R. Sims skillfully captured not only the physical surroundings but also conveyed a sense of community among these street sellers. As we admire this snapshot from Living London Vol. II by George R. Sims, we are reminded of how much has changed over time while appreciating glimpses into our past that continue to shape our present-day society. This evocative image serves as a testament to both human resilience and our enduring connection with animals as partners in work and companionship.
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