Douglas (Edinburgh) 1870 (ca) Newhaven Fishwife (detail)
Carte de visite, detail Christopher Wahren Fine Photographs Christopher Wahren Fine Photographs - Auction (Skylight Gallery Catalog 28,April 30, 2009, #37)
A Newhaven fish seller vending her wares in front of an elaborate studio backdrop, by Douglas, Edinburgh. Card imprinted front "Newhaven Fishwife / Douglas / Edinburgh." Reverse blank.
The painting of the background in this image blends well with the sitters to create the picture of a housewife or maid negotiating for the purchase of fish fresh from the day's catch. She regards the large fish resting on her plate with a critical eye, as the fish-seller holds another. (Christopher Wahren)
