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Washing day in Nice, France probably 1920s
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Washing day in Nice, France probably 1920s
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Washing Day in Nice, France: A Vintage Scene from the 1920s This photograph, taken in the picturesque city of Nice, France, transports us back in time to an era of simplicity and charm. The image, taken likely in the 1920s, captures a moment of daily life that has long since been overtaken by modern conveniences. The scene is set against the backdrop of the azure Mediterranean Sea, with the sun casting a warm glow over the scene. A group of women, dressed in their Victorian and Edwardian-era attire, are seen gathered around a large stone basin, washing their clothes. The basin, filled with soapy water, is located near the water's edge, allowing them to rinse the clothes in the clear, cool water of the sea. One woman, her back to the camera, vigorously scrubs a piece of fabric with a washboard, while another woman, clad in a long, flowing dress, wrings out a piece of laundry. A third woman, her hair pulled back into a neat bun, leans over the basin, dipping a garment into the soapy water. In the foreground, a young girl, dressed in a simple white dress, holds a lantern, illuminating the scene for the photograph. The lantern, with its intricate design and delicate glass shade, adds an air of elegance to the otherwise mundane task of washing clothes. This photograph, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when life moved at a slower pace, and simple pleasures were cherished. It is a reminder of the beauty and charm of everyday life, and the enduring allure of the French Riviera.
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