London, The Independent Shoe Black 1877
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Bears had long been abused by Londoners. In the 17th century there was a popular bear garden at Bankside.This poor creature is urged to dance to bugle tunes played by his owner, who is probably an old soldier. Though tightly muzzled, this giant seven- foot bear must have terrified passers-by, as he complained at his miserable lot.
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