Housewife Shopping
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Housewife Shopping
A young housewife, with her dog on its lead and her wicker shopping basket over her arm, looking at the display in a greengrocers shop window. Date: 1960s
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Green Grocer House Wife Lead Shopping Wicker
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the 1960s, a young housewife is captured in a moment of quiet contemplation as she examines the fresh produce displayed in the window of a traditional greengrocer's shop. The scene is one of simple pleasures and everyday life, with the woman's faithful dog at her side, tethered to a lamppost with its lead. The housewife's wicker shopping basket is slung over her arm, ready to be filled with the seasonal fruits and vegetables that catch her eye. The greengrocer's shop, with its colorful displays and timeworn sign, is a testament to the trade's long history and the importance of local, family-owned businesses in the community. The woman's youthful appearance and the vibrant hues of the fruits and vegetables in the window contrast sharply with the muted tones of the urban landscape beyond, adding to the sense of a moment suspended in time. This image offers a glimpse into the past, when shopping was a more leisurely and personal experience, and when the simple act of selecting fresh produce for the family meal could be a source of joy and connection. The presence of the dog, a beloved companion, adds a touch of warmth and affection to the scene, making it a charming and enduring reminder of a bygone era.
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