Home > Arts > Portraits > Pop art gallery > Street art portraits
TINKER IN A CARAVAN
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
TINKER IN A CARAVAN
A French retameur lives in a caravan. A retameur re- silvers objects. The local children pay him a visit and watch him work. Date: circa 1920
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20152739
© Bubblepunk
Caravan Lives Pedlars Tinker Tinkers Trades Watch
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images July 2020
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene of a French retameur, or tinker, at work in his caravan circa 1920. The retameur was a traditional itinerant tradesperson who traveled from place to place, offering to re-silver and repair various household items for a fee. In this image, we see the tinker intently focused on his work, with a group of local children curiously gathered around him. The children's wide-eyed expressions and the open door of the caravan suggest that they are watching the tinker as he demonstrates his skills. The tinker's caravan, adorned with colorful patterns and intricate designs, serves as both his home and his workshop. The scene exudes a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time, when tradespeople like the retameur roamed the streets and offered their services to communities. The children's presence adds an element of wonder and curiosity, as they witness the magic of the tinker's craft firsthand. The retameur's trade was an important part of French culture, with a rich history that dates back centuries. The tradition of itinerant tradespeople, or "pedlars," was common throughout Europe, and the retameur's skills were highly valued in rural communities where access to modern technology was limited. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the art of the retameur thrived on the streets of France.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
