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Hop-Pickers starting from London Bridge Railway Station at Midnight (engraving)
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Hop-Pickers starting from London Bridge Railway Station at Midnight (engraving)
1591915 Hop-Pickers starting from London Bridge Railway Station at Midnight (engraving) by Ward, Enoch (1859-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hop-Pickers starting from London Bridge Railway Station at Midnight. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 September 1891.
Enoch Ward); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22552684
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Agricultural Workers Hop Pickers Midnight Railway Stations Starting
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This engraving, titled "Hop-Pickers starting from London Bridge Railway Station at Midnight" takes us back in time to the year 1891. The artist, Enoch Ward, skillfully captures a poignant moment as agricultural workers embark on their journey from the bustling London Bridge Railway Station. Under the cloak of darkness and illuminated only by dim gas lamps, these hop pickers set out on their arduous adventure. Their tired faces reveal both determination and weariness as they carry their belongings and provisions for what lies ahead. It is a scene that speaks volumes about the resilience and hard work of these laborers. The significance of this image lies not only in its historical context but also in its portrayal of human perseverance amidst challenging circumstances. These individuals left behind familiar city streets to seek employment in rural areas during harvest season—a common practice known as hop-picking. Ward's attention to detail transports us into this nocturnal world where shadows dance against the backdrop of an iconic railway station. This print serves as a reminder of our shared history and sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of agricultural labor. Preserved within private collections, this engraving continues to captivate audiences with its evocative depiction of ordinary people undertaking extraordinary journeys under moonlit skies.
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