Genre scene: the interior of a laundry with the washerwomen busy at work. The room is full of tools and utensils of the trade, including an iron

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Genre scene: the interior of a laundry with the washerwomen busy at work. The room is full of tools and utensils of the trade, including an iron

Genre scene: the interior of a laundry with the washerwomen busy at work. The room is full of tools and utensils of the trade, including an iron. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

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MFC-F-003909-0000

Media ID 33269598

© Alinari Archives, Florence

Basket Commercial Iron Lamp Laundress Pitcher Shop Store For Daytime Pendulum

EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step back in time with this photo print, MFC-F-003909-0000, as it transports you to the interior of a bustling laundry. Taken between 1860 and 1870, this genre scene encapsulates the essence of work and vocation during that era. The photograph showcases a room filled to the brim with tools and utensils essential to the trade. Amidst stacks of clothing and piles of linens, washerwomen diligently go about their tasks. Their sleeves rolled up, they skillfully maneuver through an array of objects that define their daily routine. Intriguingly detailed, this snapshot offers a glimpse into not only the architecture but also the commercial aspect of laundry services at that time. The room's structure exudes functionality while accommodating various elements necessary for efficient laundering. From baskets overflowing with garments awaiting attention to pitchers used for water supply – every item has its place within this industrious space. A focal point emerges in the form of an iron; its presence symbolizes both practicality and transformation as clothes are meticulously pressed before returning to their owners' wardrobes. Illuminated by a pendulum lamp casting warm light across the scene, these women dedicate themselves tirelessly throughout daylight hours. While gender roles were strictly defined during this period, these laundresses challenge societal norms by engaging in demanding manual labor outside domestic confines. Their attire reflects fashion trends prevalent at that time – long skirts paired with aprons protectively draped over their dresses. This remarkable print from Alinari captures not just a moment frozen in time but also serves as an ode to those who labored behind closed doors - unseen heroes whose efforts ensured cleanliness amidst chaos.

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