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DOLLY TUB. A laundry worker using a dolly stock
A laundry worker using a dolly stock and tub to clean clothes, prior to the invention of the washing machine
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Laundry Worker's Daily Toil: The Humble Dolly Tub and Stock, 1911 This evocative image captures the daily routine of a laundress as she toils over a dolly tub and stock, meticulously cleaning clothes prior to the invention of the washing machine. The laundress, dressed in a simple apron and with a determined expression on her face, deftly maneuvers the heavy dolly tub filled with soapy water, using the stock to wring out the clothes. The worn-out wooden floorboards, the faded wallpaper, and the cluttered surroundings of the room add to the sense of nostalgia and the passing of time. The dolly tub, a common household item during the early 20th century, was an essential tool for doing laundry. Made of wood or metal, it was used to hold water for washing clothes. The stock, a long pole with a flat end, was used to press and wring out the clothes, extracting the water and dirt. The process of washing clothes by hand was labor-intensive and time-consuming, often taking several hours to complete a single load. The invention of the washing machine in the late 19th century revolutionized the way laundry was done, but for many years, the dolly tub and stock remained a staple in households, especially in rural areas or for families with large households. This image serves as a reminder of the hard work and dedication of the laundresses who kept their families clothed and clean before the convenience of modern appliances. This photograph, taken in 1911, is a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the daily chores and routines of the past. The image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of people in the face of hard work and the passage of time.
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