Bustling Covent Garden (2 images)

DESCRIPTION: The upper image is titled "Covent Garden Market The West End".  The illustration depicts the bustling atmosphere of the historic market area in London, filled with people, goods, and carts.  Visible in the background is "Richardsons Hotel" and other architectural details typical of the era.  The scene captures the daily life and commerce of Victorian London. The lower image depicts scenes from Covent Garden Market in London during the Victorian era. It is likely reproduced from the book Twice Round the Clock; or The Hours of the Day and Night in London by George Augustus Sala, first published in 1859.  Top Image: Illustrates Covent Garden Market at "Six o'clock A.M." with carts transporting fruits and vegetables.  Bottom Image: Shows the "Early Breakfast Stall" within the market, illustrating the daily life of market workers.  Historical Setting: These engravings highlight the chaotic and bustling atmosphere of one of London's main food markets in the mid-19th century.  STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 16 x 24 CREATORS: W McConnell PUBLICATION: ILN PUBLISHER: DATE: ?1862 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Newsprint PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.