The Seller of Shell-Fish 1881

"The Seller of Shell-Fish" is a photo by John Thomson from his "Street Life in London" series, capturing a street vendor selling shellfish to customers in 1881 London. This photo, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into everyday life in Victorian London, showcasing both the vendor's humble trade and the interaction of everyday people on the street. The image's stark realism and directness, typical of Thomson's work, offers a valuable social document.