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Street trader, selling mouse traps
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Street trader, selling mouse traps
Street trader with a wooden leg selling mouse traps. Date: circa 19th century
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Crippled Disabled Legged Selling Trader Trades Trap Traps Woodcut
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This evocative woodcut print captures the resilient spirit of a 19th century street trader, hawking his mouse traps to passersby. The man, with a wooden leg, exudes determination as he balances his wares on a makeshift table, using his crutches for support. His weathered face and worn clothing suggest a life of hardship, yet his eyes gleam with the promise of a solution to a common household problem. The bustling street scene in the background adds to the sense of activity and energy, with people going about their daily business. The vendor's sign, "Mouse Traps for Sale," is clear and bold, drawing attention to his merchandise. The intricate details of the print, from the individual mouse traps to the textures of the clothing and the woodwork, transport us back in time to the streets of Britain during the 19th century. Despite his disability, the street trader's entrepreneurial spirit shines through. He offers a valuable service to those in need, providing a practical solution to the problem of rodents in the home. His tenacity and resourcefulness serve as a reminder that, no matter the challenges we face, we can still find ways to contribute and thrive in our communities.
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