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With the distressed hop-pickers in Kent, from The Illustrated London News
XJF438433 With the distressed hop-pickers in Kent, from The Illustrated London News, September 11th, 1897 (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: caption beneath the image reads, The greatest distress lies in the fact that hops are scarce and pickers cannot find work, consequently, prices for picking are low, and there are an unusual number of would-be hop-pickers tramping about in search of employment ; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12881073
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Bad Weather Distressed Employment Hardship Harvest Harvesting Homeless Hop Picker Hop Pickers Hop Picking Hops Kent Kentish Labourers Picker Pickers Picking Rain Search Searching Shelter Unemployed Unemployment Hopfield Tramping
10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.2cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This black and white lithograph, titled "With the distressed hop-pickers in Kent" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities faced by agricultural laborers during the Victorian era. Created by Henry Charles Seppings Wright in 1897, this image captures the essence of hardship, poverty, and unemployment that plagued hop pickers in Kent. The caption beneath the image reveals a distressing truth: hops were scarce, leaving pickers unable to find work. As a result, prices for picking were low, leading to an influx of desperate individuals tramping about in search of employment. The scene depicted showcases a group of homeless workers seeking shelter amidst bad weather conditions. Wright's meticulous attention to detail allows viewers to immerse themselves in this somber moment from history. The rain-soaked landscape serves as a metaphor for their struggles while emphasizing their vulnerability against nature's elements. Every line etched on their faces tells stories of resilience and despair. Through this print, we are transported back to an era when agriculture was not only physically demanding but also economically uncertain. It serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by those who relied on manual labor for survival. Today, this lithograph stands as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation—a testament to human perseverance amidst adversity. Its presence evokes empathy and invites contemplation on societal progress since then—an opportunity to reflect upon our collective responsibility towards ensuring fair working conditions for all members of society.
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