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Onions, Fine Onions!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
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Onions, Fine Onions!, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Onions, Fine Onions! An onion seller holding two strings of onions, with two passing figures. From Cries of London, c1840
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Media ID 15167904
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Cries Of London Jones Onion Onions Street Cry Street Seller Street Trader Th Jones Vegetable Vegetables
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This vibrant lithograph captures the bustling streets of 19th century London, showcasing the cries of a charismatic onion seller. Created by artist TH Jones in 1840, this print titled "Onions, Fine Onions!" transports us back to a time when street traders filled the city with their lively calls and colorful wares. In the midst of a busy street scene, we see an onion seller proudly holding two strings of plump onions while engaging with passersby. The artist's attention to detail is evident in capturing the essence of everyday life during this era. Two figures can be seen walking past, perhaps intrigued by the vendor's enticing cry. The Cries of London series depicted various tradespeople and their distinctive shouts as they navigated through crowded streets. This particular image showcases not only the occupation but also highlights gender roles at that time; a lady observes from afar while men go about their business. Displayed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery in England, this lithograph offers a glimpse into historical advertising methods and urban commerce. The vivid colors bring vibrancy to an otherwise ordinary scene, emphasizing how these street sellers played an integral role in providing essential goods for city dwellers. As we admire this piece today, let it serve as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage and how even something as simple as an onion could captivate attention on London's bustling streets centuries ago.
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