Flower sellers outside St Pauls Cathedral, London
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Flower sellers outside St Pauls Cathedral, London
Flower sellers outside St Pauls Cathedral, London. Date: 1936
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Bucket Buying Concert Crate Crates Customer Easter Mist Misty Notice Passion Pauls Railings Seller Sellers Selling Spring Week 1936
EDITORS COMMENTS
Flower sellers outside St. Paul's Cathedral, London, 1936: A Snapshot of Spring in the Thirties This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the scene of flower sellers plying their trade outside the hallowed walls of St. Paul's Cathedral in London during the spring season of 1936. The misty weather of an April morning adds a sense of mystery and intrigue to the image, as the women, dressed in warm coats and hats, carefully arrange their colorful blooms on wooden crates and buckets. The railings of the cathedral serve as a backdrop to this bustling scene, with the notice board in the background advertising upcoming Holy Week services, Passion music concerts, and other Easter-related events. The flower sellers, their faces a mix of determination and warmth, engage with customers, exchanging money for bunches of fresh flowers. The history and tradition of selling flowers outside St. Paul's Cathedral dates back centuries, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1930s. The women's hard work and dedication to their trade are evident, as they continue to offer their wares to the passing public, even in the misty, damp conditions. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of springtime in the city, and the enduring traditions that connect us to our past. The image invites us to pause and appreciate the beauty of the moment, as well as the resilience and determination of those who have come before us.
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