Exhibition: Street Life: the “Cries” Genre and the Global Topography of Selling Food
Explore the global tradition of street vendors’ calls in a unique exhibit at The Lewis Walpole Library.
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Explore the global tradition of street vendors’ calls in a unique exhibit at The Lewis Walpole Library.
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The Lewis Walpole Library presents an intriguing exhibition exploring the 'Cries' genre, showcasing street vendors' calls and their visual and acoustic traditions worldwide. This exhibit offers a unique cultural perspective on food selling and street life, blending art and history in a distinctive Farmington venue.
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The exhibition will explore the long-established genre of the “Cries,” or the representation of street vendors “crying” or broadcasting their wares. Celebrating both the visual and the acoustic...
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