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THE NEW WOMAN, c1897. A woman wearing knickers and smoking a cigarette watches a man washing laundry in a tub. American stereograph, c1897
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THE NEW WOMAN, c1897. A woman wearing knickers and smoking a cigarette watches a man washing laundry in a tub. American stereograph, c1897
THE NEW WOMAN, c1897.
A woman wearing knickers and smoking a cigarette watches a man washing laundry in a tub. American stereograph, c1897
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1897 Cigarette Cross Dress Domestic Knicker Laundry Satire Smoking Stocking Wash Wash Board Washin G Stereograph Turn Of Century
The New Woman, c1897 - A Glimpse into Gender Roles and Social Satire
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print titled "The New Woman, c1897" offers a fascinating snapshot of American society at the turn of the century. In this interior scene, we witness a woman boldly challenging traditional gender norms as she confidently dons knickers and indulges in smoking a cigarette. With an air of nonchalance, she observes a man diligently washing laundry in a tub. Captured through an American stereograph lens, this image showcases both domesticity and subversion. The juxtaposition between the woman's unconventional attire and her passive observation of the man's household chore invites us to question societal expectations surrounding femininity and masculinity during that era. Through clever satire, this photograph challenges notions of gender roles by highlighting the evolving concept of "the new woman". This progressive figure emerged during this period as women began asserting their independence beyond traditional domestic spheres. With meticulous attention to detail, from the washboard to stockings hanging on clotheslines, this image immerses us in early 20th-century America. It serves as a reminder that societal progress is often accompanied by resistance and change can be met with skepticism. "The New Woman" provides viewers with an intriguing glimpse into history while encouraging reflection on how far we have come in redefining gender roles since then.
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