Photographic Print : Sprats / Cries of London
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Sprats / Cries of London
Selling Sprats as big as herrings! in a market place, all alive-O presumably proving their freshness
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Media ID 622948
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1804 Alive Cries Freshness Herrings Proving Selling Trades Sprats
10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the vibrant and authentic charm of yesteryears with our "Sprats / Cries of London" photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, available exclusively through Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the bustling streets of London. Witness the lively scene of a fishmonger proudly displaying his fresh catch of sprats, their size deceivingly compared to herrings in a playful marketing ploy to entice potential buyers. The lively atmosphere, the haggling crowds, and the raw energy of the marketplace are all beautifully encapsulated in this evocative photograph. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office decor with this intriguing snapshot of London's rich past. Our high-quality photographic prints are carefully produced using premium materials and are available for immediate delivery, ensuring a stunning addition to your space. Embrace the allure of the past and bring the spirit of London's iconic fish markets into your world with the "Sprats / Cries of London" photographic print from Media Storehouse.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the bustling atmosphere of a historic London marketplace, where the cry of "Sprats as big as herrings!" rings out, signaling the freshness and abundance of the day's catch. The vibrant scene is brought to life by the colorful array of market stalls, each brimming with fresh fish, and the lively banter between the fishwives and their customers. The year is 1804, and the marketplace teems with activity. The air is filled with the pungent aroma of the sea, mingled with the sounds of laughter, haggling, and the clang of pots and pans. In the foreground, a fishwife proudly displays her catch of sprats, their tiny, silver bodies wriggling in the shallow tubs, a testament to their freshness. The larger herrings, also on display, are arranged neatly on ice, their eyes glistening in the sunlight. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history of London's food markets and the trades that once thrived in the city. The cry of the fishwives, a familiar sound in the streets of London for centuries, is a reminder of the importance of fresh fish in the diet of the city's inhabitants. The marketplace was not only a place of commerce but also a social hub, where people came to buy their food, connect with their neighbors, and share in the daily rhythms of urban life. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported back in time, immersed in the sights, sounds, and smells of a bustling London marketplace, where the cry of "Sprats as big as herrings!" continues to echo through the ages.
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