Exhibition: Street Life: the “Cries” Genre and the Global Topography of Selling Food
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The Lewis Walpole Library presents a unique exhibition on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 2 PM, exploring the “Cries” genre that captures the vibrant world of street vendors. This one-time event delves into the visual and acoustic traditions of street sellers from around the globe, offering a rich cultural experience for art lovers.
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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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