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Newspaper seller and rat-catcher, 1845 (coloured engraving)
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Newspaper seller and rat-catcher, 1845 (coloured engraving)
977738 Newspaper seller and rat-catcher, 1845 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newspaper seller and rat-catcher, 1845. Illustration for Costumes Civils et Militaires des Francais a Travers Les Siecles (Roy, 1881).); © Look and Learn
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Media News Newspaper Seller Pest Control Rat Catcher Rats Street Traders Street Trading Wokrker Working Class Exterminator Laborer Labourer Newspapers Summer Clothes Tradesman Tradesmen
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This coloured engraving from 1845 showcases the intriguing lives of a newspaper seller and rat-catcher in 19th century Paris. The image, part of the private collection, depicts two hardworking men immersed in their respective trades. Dressed in traditional French attire, these street traders exude a sense of authenticity and character. The newspaper seller proudly displays his stack of papers while engaging with potential customers passing by. Meanwhile, the rat-catcher stands tall with his tools of pest control - an essential occupation during this era plagued by vermin infestations. The detailed illustration is taken from "Costumes Civils et Militaires des Francais a Travers Les Siecles" published by Roy in 1881. It offers a glimpse into the daily life and fashion choices prevalent at that time. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this print sheds light on various aspects of society during this period: crime rates associated with rats, the importance of media dissemination through newspapers, and the working class individuals who played crucial roles to maintain order within bustling cities like Paris. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it serves as a reminder that history can be captured not only through grand events but also through ordinary people engaged in their everyday tasks.
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