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Gipsy Encampment in Essex
A gypsy family on an encampment. Date: late 1890s
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Media ID 23462754
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Camped Caravan Drawn Encampment Essex Families Gipsies Gipsy Gypsy Moving Portable Traveller Travellers Wagon Wagons
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Bring the enchanting world of the past into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring this captivating image of a gypsy encampment from Mary Evans Picture Library, dated late 1890s, these mugs are more than just a vessel for your morning coffee. Each mug showcases high-quality print that brings the story of this gypsy family to life, transporting you back in time with every sip. Perfect for tea or coffee lovers, these Photo Mugs make a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of a Gypsy family in Essex, England, during the late 1890s. The scene is set in an open field, where the family's colorful caravans and wagons are parked in a semi-circle, creating a sense of community and belonging. The Gypsies, also known as Travelers, were traditionally a nomadic people who moved from place to place, living in portable homes that could be easily transported by horse or cart. At the center of the encampment, a mother tends to her young children, while her husband or partner attends to the horses hitched to the wagons. The family's possessions are spread out around them, including pots, pans, and other household items, as well as colorful textiles and decorative objects. Despite the idyllic setting, life on the road was not always easy for Gypsy families. They faced discrimination and persecution, and were often forced to live on the margins of society. However, they also had a rich cultural heritage, with their own language, customs, and traditions. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into a way of life that has largely disappeared, as most Gypsies in the UK now live in permanent homes. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the stories and histories of marginalized communities, and celebrating the diversity and resilience of human beings.
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