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Barclays and Perkins Brewery 1870
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Barclays and Perkins Brewery 1870
London brewery workers take a break from their duties to smoke pipes and talk amongst themselves. Date: 1870
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This evocative photograph, taken at the Barclays and Perkins Brewery in London in 1870, captures a moment of respite for the hardworking brewery laborers. The image reveals a small group of men huddled together, taking a break from their duties to share a pipe and engage in animated conversation. The men's faces are etched with the signs of physical labor, their clothes stained and worn, yet their expressions are lively and engaged. The setting of the photograph is the bustling Barclays and Perkins Brewery, a place where the production of beer was a labor-intensive and meticulous process. The men in the photograph would have spent long hours tending to the malt, milling the grain, brewing the wort, and fermenting the beer. It is a testament to their dedication and the importance of community that they would take a moment to come together and share a pipe, despite the demands of their work. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the social fabric of the time. The men's attire, with their flat caps and work clothes, is typical of the working class in London during the late Victorian era. The use of pipes as a form of leisure activity was common among working-class men, providing a means of relaxation and camaraderie. The fact that the men are able to take a break from their work, even for a brief moment, speaks to the importance of work-life balance, a concept that remains relevant today. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human element of industrial production, and the importance of taking time for connection and community, even in the midst of hard work and long hours.
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