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GYPSY ENCAMPMENT, 1879. Inside a gypsy tent at a camp at Mitcham Common, South London
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GYPSY ENCAMPMENT, 1879. Inside a gypsy tent at a camp at Mitcham Common, South London
GYPSY ENCAMPMENT, 1879.
Inside a gypsy tent at a camp at Mitcham Common, South London. Engraving, English, 1879
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1879 Child Cooking Fire Gypsy Tent Victorian Mitcham Common
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This print titled "GYPSY ENCAMPMENT, 1879" takes us back in time to a gypsy tent at Mitcham Common, South London. The engraving, created by an English artist in the late Victorian era, beautifully captures the daily life of this intriguing community. Inside the tent, we see a scene bustling with activity. A man sits near a crackling fire, tending to a pot suspended over it. He seems engrossed in his cooking duties while surrounded by various pots and pans that hint at delicious meals being prepared. A woman stands nearby, her attention focused on something outside the frame. Her presence exudes strength and resilience as she navigates through their nomadic lifestyle. A child can be seen peeking out from behind her skirt, curious about what's happening around them. A loyal dog rests peacefully beside the fire - perhaps serving as both companion and protector for this wandering family. Its presence adds warmth and familiarity to this otherwise unfamiliar setting. The interior of the tent is modest yet inviting; simple furnishings are scattered throughout - blankets thrown haphazardly on makeshift beds provide comfort amidst their transient existence. This evocative image transports us back to a time when life was simpler but undoubtedly challenging for these gypsies living on Mitcham Common. It serves as a reminder of our shared human experience across different cultures and eras – capturing not only their unique way of life but also celebrating their resilience and resourcefulness against all odds.
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