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Matchbox filling 1900
R. Bell & Co, Matchbox factory located in Wandsworth, Surrey, London. Date: 1900
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Aprons Bell Boxes Filling Match Matchbox Matchboxes Messrs Surrey Wandsworth
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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, we witness the inner workings of the Matchbox filling room at R. Bell & Co.'s factory located in Wandsworth, Surrey, London. The scene is filled with a sense of industry and diligence as women in white aprons meticulously fill matchboxes with sticks of matches. The room is dimly lit, with large windows allowing natural light to filter in, creating an intriguing contrast between the bright sunlight outside and the shadowy interior. The women, all focused on their tasks, display an air of determination and concentration. They wear white aprons, likely to keep their clothing clean from the match dust and debris. Each woman holds a small wooden tray in her left hand, while her right hand deftly inserts matchsticks into the boxes. The trays are filled with matchboxes, ready to be filled, and empty ones await their turn on a nearby table. The room itself is a testament to the meticulous process involved in manufacturing matchboxes. Shelves line the walls, filled with various components, including matchboxes, matchsticks, and trays. A large wooden table in the center of the room serves as the workspace for the women. The overall atmosphere is one of order and precision, with each woman playing a crucial role in the production process. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of the matchbox filling room at R. Bell & Co.'s factory in the early 1900s. It is a fascinating reminder of the labor-intensive process that went into producing matchboxes during this era, and the vital role that women played in the industry.
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