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Prostitution in maritime London, The 18th century |
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| © National Maritime Museum, London |
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| Repro ID: PW4046 |
| Description: This 18th century caricature shows a sailor having a meal with a young woman. The scene seems innocent enough until the viewer notices that he is actually conducting a business transaction; presenting coins in return for her sexual favours. |
| Creator: John Collet (artist) |
| Date: 10 November 1777 |
| Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London | |
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