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Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
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Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
7074992 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); 16x13 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Album of photographs of female manual workers from the Tredegar Iron Works in Wales, taken by William Clayton. 60 cartes de visite in an embossed brown leather album. Inner leaf with a newspaper cutting from the Bristol Mercury, and the original owner in ink C B Crisp, 19 April 1865'.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32119404
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
2 People 2 Persons Class System Labouring Class Labouring Classes Manual Worker Proletarian Proletariat Social Class Two Persons Working Class Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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This albumen print captures a moment in time at the Tredegar Iron Works in Wales, circa 1865. The photograph, taken by William Clayton, showcases two female workers amidst the industrial backdrop of one of Britain's most prominent ironworks. The image is part of a collection of 60 cartes de visite housed in an embossed brown leather album. A newspaper cutting from the Bristol Mercury and the name "C B Crisp" inscribed in ink on an inner leaf provide intriguing historical context to this remarkable piece. In this black and white portrait, we see two women dressed in work attire, their faces marked with determination and resilience. They represent the countless laborers who played vital roles during the Industrial Revolution, contributing to Britain's booming economy. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its artistic composition but also as a testament to the strength and tenacity of these unsung heroines. Their presence challenges traditional gender roles while shedding light on the often overlooked contributions made by women within male-dominated industries. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it serves as a reminder that progress is built upon the collective efforts of individuals like these workers from Tredegar Iron Works. Their legacy lives on through images such as this one – capturing their spirit for generations to come.
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