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Victorian scrap, cart watering the road
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Victorian scrap, cart watering the road
Victorian scrap, cart watering the road Date: late 19th century
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This evocative late 19th century image, titled 'Victorian Scrap: Cart Watering the Road,' transports us back in time to an era of horse-drawn transportation and simple labor. The photograph, captured by the skilled lens of Terry Parker, showcases a horse-drawn cart laden with wooden barrels, making its way down a dusty, rutted road. The cart's purpose is not for commerce but for a necessary chore - watering the parched road surface. The scene is set in the heart of the Victorian era, as evidenced by the period clothing of the man at the reins, his waistcoat and cravat, and the horse's harness adorned with intricate metalwork. The horse, with its powerful muscles rippling under its coat, pulls the cart with determination, its ears pricked forward in focus. The wheel of the cart leaves a trail of water on the road, creating a temporary relief from the dust and grime. The man, with a long pole in hand, skillfully directs the water to the road's edges, ensuring that the cart's wheels do not skid or slip. The scene is one of hard work and dedication, a testament to the daily efforts required to maintain the infrastructure of the time. This original cut out, or cutout, photograph, from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past. It is a visual reminder of the simple pleasures and challenges of life in the late 19th century, a time when horses and human labor were the backbone of transportation and progress.
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