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A fishwife selling shellfish on a Kent beach. 1831 (engraving)
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A fishwife selling shellfish on a Kent beach. 1831 (engraving)
7234804 A fishwife selling shellfish on a Kent beach. 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fishwife selling shellfish on a Kent beach. An obese man checks the produce with a monocle. Other women fish for mussels and oysters with nets in the sea. A Man of Taste. Handcoloured wood engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from W. H. Harrisons The Humourist, a Companion for the Christmas Fireside, Rudolph Ackermann, 19 Strand, London, 1831.); © Florilegius
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In this 19th-century engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported to a Kent beach where the bustling scene of everyday life unfolds. The focal point is a fishwife, her weathered face and strong hands attesting to years spent selling shellfish along these shores. With baskets brimming with mussels and oysters at her side, she engages in trade with an air of confidence. Amidst the flurry of activity, our attention is drawn to an obese man inspecting the produce through his monocle. His exaggerated size serves as a satirical commentary on societal norms and indulgence. Meanwhile, other women can be seen fishing for shellfish using nets in the sea, their determination evident as they ply their trade. The artist's keen eye for detail captures not only the characters but also the essence of street trading during this era. This print offers us a glimpse into daily life - from merchants hawking their wares to fishermen plying their craft against a backdrop of crashing waves. Rowlandson's illustration originally appeared in W. H. Harrison's "The Humourist" published in 1831 as a companion for Christmas fireside reading. Handcolored wood engravings like this one were highly sought after during that time period due to their ability to bring scenes such as these vividly to life. This enchanting print invites us to reflect upon the customs and quirks of society while capturing both its charm and grotesqueness – all within the context of early 19th-century England.
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