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Suttling Booth, 1808 circa (etching)
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Suttling Booth, 1808 circa (etching)
5925883 Suttling Booth, 1808 circa (etching) by Atkinson, John Augustus (1775-1831) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Suttling Booth, 1808 circa.
Coloured softground etching with aquatint by John Augustus Atkinson and John Hill after John Augustus Atkinson. Published by William Miller and James Walker, London, 1 January 1808.
Sutlers were civilians who sold provisions and other small items to the soldiers of the Army. Needing to be as mobile as their customers, they often set up booths from which to ply their trade.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22762774
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
Camp Follower Civilian Trade Commerce Sutler
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This photo print, titled "Suttling Booth, 1808 circa" takes us back in time to the early 19th century. The etching, created by John Augustus Atkinson and John Hill after Atkinson himself, offers a vivid glimpse into the bustling world of sutlers during this era. Intricately colored with softground etching and aquatint techniques, the image showcases a Suttling Booth set up within an army camp. Sutlers were enterprising civilians who catered to the needs of soldiers by selling provisions and various small items. As mobile as their customers, these resourceful individuals would establish booths like this one to conduct their trade. Published on January 1st, 1808 by William Miller and James Walker in London, this artwork not only captures a specific moment in history but also sheds light on civilian society's role within military camps. It highlights the importance of commerce and trade even amidst times of conflict. The National Army Museum in London proudly houses this remarkable piece that exemplifies both artistic skill and historical significance. Through its intricate details and vibrant colors, it transports viewers back to a time when sutlers played an essential role in supporting armies on the move. Bridgeman Images has beautifully preserved this timeless snapshot of civilian life during wartime for all art enthusiasts to appreciate today.
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