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Mounted Print : Scenes in a laundry, 1884
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Scenes in a laundry, 1884
Scenes in a laundry, 1884. The manageress and female workers are assisted by children
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Media ID 14844724
© Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images
Child Labour Employment Hygiene Laundry Mangle Service Industry Washing Ann Ronan Pictures Wood Engraving
14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
Step back in time with our vintage Scenes in a Laundry mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an intriguing image from Heritage Images. Dated 1884, this captivating photograph showcases a bustling laundry room where a manageress and female workers diligently attend to their tasks, with the help of eager children. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office decor with this unique, mounted antique photograph. Available in various finishes to suit your style. #antiquephoto #laundry #vintage #heritageimages
Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 25.4cm (11" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 30.5cm (14" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Scenes in a laundry, 1884" offers a glimpse into the bustling world of Victorian-era laundry workers. The image showcases the manageress and female workers diligently toiling away, with the unexpected presence of children lending an air of both innocence and concern. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the arduous labor involved in washing clothes during that era. The women are engrossed in their tasks, surrounded by piles of linens waiting to be cleaned. Meanwhile, young boys and girls can be seen assisting them - a stark reminder of child labor practices prevalent at the time. The mangle machine stands prominently in the background, symbolizing both progress and hardship within this industry. It is a testament to human ingenuity while also serving as a reminder of physical strain endured by these hardworking individuals. Amidst all this activity lies an underlying theme: health and hygiene. In an era when cleanliness was highly valued but often difficult to achieve due to limited resources, these dedicated women worked tirelessly to ensure garments were spotless for their clients. As we contemplate this intriguing photograph from Ann Ronan Pictures' collection, it serves as a poignant reminder of how far society has come since then. We must acknowledge the sacrifices made by those who came before us while striving towards fair employment practices for all - ensuring that no child's innocence is compromised for economic gain.
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