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Sorting cotton, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
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Sorting cotton, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Sorting cotton, between 1900 and 1910
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8 X 10 In Agricultural Labourer Bale Barn Cotton Cotton Mill Dry Plate Negative Labourer Mill Sorting Textile Industry
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This photograph, titled "Sorting Cotton," dates back to the early 1900s, showcasing the daily laborious process of sorting and preparing raw cotton bales for further processing in an American cotton mill. The image, captured by an unknown photographer, offers a glimpse into the agricultural and industrial heritage of the United States during this era. The photograph features several individuals, both men and women, seated at long tables inside a barn-like building. Their focused expressions and determined postures convey the importance and intensity of their work. The women, dressed in simple, practical clothing, deftly sort cotton fibers, while the men, wearing overalls and hats, oversee the process. A bale of cotton sits at the end of the table, waiting to be processed. The scene is reminiscent of the textile industry's significant role in America's economic growth during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The photograph's vintage aesthetic, with its grainy texture and use of glass negative or dry plate process, adds to its historical authenticity. This photograph, now part of the Library of Congress collection, serves as a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication that went into producing the raw materials necessary for the textile industry during this period. The image also highlights the role of laborers, both men and women, in the agricultural and industrial sectors, contributing to the country's economic development.
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