Woman Smoking 1940S
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Woman Smoking 1940S
A young housewife exhales a stream of smoke as she takes a break from her household tasks. By the end of World War Two, nearly half of the women in Britain had a smoking habit
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Break Cigarettes Drugs Enactment Habit Half House Hold House Wife Stream Stressed Takes Tasks Tobacco Exhaling
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the 1940s depicts a young housewife taking a much-needed break from her household tasks, as she exhales a stream of smoke from her cigarette. In the midst of World War Two, nearly half of the women in Britain had taken up smoking as a habit, seeking solace and stress relief in the act.
The woman in this image is dressed in typical 1940s attire, with floral patterns adorning her dress, embodying the historical significance of this era. Her expression appears slightly stressed yet contemplative, perhaps reflecting on the challenges and hardships faced during wartime.
As she blows out smoke into the air, one can't help but wonder about the stories and experiences that led her to pick up this habit. Smoking was not just a recreational activity for many women during this time; it served as a coping mechanism amidst uncertainty and fear.
This print serves as an enactment of history, capturing a moment frozen in time when cigarettes were more than just tobacco products - they were companions through difficult times. It sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of women's lives during World War Two and invites us to reflect on how societal norms and behaviors have evolved over time.
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