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Watercress seller, c1880
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Watercress seller, c1880
Watercress seller, c1880. A young girl in rags and wearing a shawl, selling watercress on a street corner in a snowstorm, shivering against the cold. A man watches her through a window from the warmth and comfort of indoors
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Child Labour Childhood Chromolithograph Cold Hardship Miserable Misery Ragged Rags Sell Seller Selling Shawl Snowing Snowstorm Street Seller Street Trader Street Trading Watercress Ann Ronan Pictures Shivering
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Watercress Seller, c1880 captures a poignant moment in time, showcasing the stark contrast between privilege and poverty. In this evocative chromolithograph, we witness a young girl braving the harsh winter elements as she sells watercress on a desolate street corner. Clad in tattered rags and wrapped in a shawl for warmth, her fragile figure epitomizes the hardships faced by many during the 19th century. As snowflakes swirl around her, the girl's shivering form stands as a testament to resilience amidst adversity. Through an adjacent window pane, we glimpse a man observing her plight from within his cozy abode. The juxtaposition of their circumstances highlights societal disparities prevalent during that era. This image not only portrays the struggles of child labor but also serves as a reminder of England's impoverished past. The viewer is transported to an unforgiving world where survival often depended on such meager occupations. The monochromatic palette accentuates both the bleakness of winter and the destitution surrounding this young street trader. Yet amid her misery, there is an undeniable strength emanating from her determined gaze. Through this print by Unknown creator and courtesy of Ann Ronan Pictures, we are compelled to reflect upon our own privileges while acknowledging those who have endured unimaginable hardship throughout history.
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