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Cigarette Manufacturing, 1883 (engraving)
SLS251307 Cigarette Manufacturing, 1883 (engraving) by Upham, C. (fl.1883); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University; eSchlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22657452
© Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard / Bridgeman Images
Cigarettes Cutting Emancipated Emancipation Equal Rights Equality Machine Machinery Manufacturer Packing Procedure Process Processing Production Line Rolling Sorting Tobacco Industry Workforce Workplace Labourer
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Cigarette Manufacturing, 1883" takes us back in time to the heart of the tobacco industry. The engraving, created by C. Upham in 1883, showcases an interior scene of a bustling cigarette factory. The image provides a glimpse into the intricate process involved in manufacturing cigarettes during this era. We see a diverse workforce diligently engaged in various tasks such as cutting, stemming, sorting, and packing tobacco leaves. The machinery present highlights the advancements made in industrialization at that time. What sets this particular image apart is its emphasis on gender equality within the workplace. Notably, we witness female workers actively participating alongside their male counterparts—a testament to progressiveness even during those times. The photograph also alludes to themes of emancipation and equal rights prevalent throughout American history. It serves as a reminder that industries like these played significant roles not only economically but also socially. As we observe this snapshot from over a century ago, it sparks curiosity about how far we have come since then—both technologically and societally—in our understanding of labor practices and gender equality. This historical engraving allows us to appreciate the complexities behind cigarette production while reflecting on important societal shifts that continue to shape our world today.
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