A busy shop scene showing a woman buying some fruit. 1/1/1891 (engraving)

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A busy shop scene showing a woman buying some fruit. 1/1/1891 (engraving)

5616023 A busy shop scene showing a woman buying some fruit. 1/1/1891 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38181094

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Busy Pineapple

EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the bustling streets of 19th century England with this engraving from 1891. The scene captures a busy shop filled with an array of fruits, vegetables, and other goods for sale. In the foreground, a woman is depicted carefully selecting some fruit, perhaps deciding between a ripe pineapple or juicy oranges. The intricate details in the engraving bring this historical moment to life - from the ornate architecture of the shop to the various items on display. The black and white illustration adds a sense of nostalgia and elegance to the scene, transporting viewers back to a time when shopping was more than just a transaction but an experience in itself. The presence of both men and women in the shop hints at a society where wealth and social status were closely tied to one's ability to afford such luxuries as fresh fruit. The woman's attire suggests she may be from a higher social class, able to indulge in these exotic treats without much thought. This print serves as not only a visual delight but also as a window into history, offering us insight into daily life during this bygone era. It reminds us that even something as simple as buying fruit can reveal much about society, culture, and values of the past.

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