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DRYING CLOSET 1866
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DRYING CLOSET 1866
Interior of City of London Public baths and washhouse, Golden Lane, showing drying closet of the public laundry. Date: 1866
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1866 Closet Drying Household Lane Laundry 1860s
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This photograph, taken in 1866, offers a glimpse into the daily life of Victorian London through the interior of a public baths and washhouse located on Golden Lane. The image focuses on the drying closet, a crucial component of the laundry process during this era. Women of all social classes would bring their laundry to these communal facilities to be washed and then dried. The drying closet, a spacious, well-ventilated room, was designed to facilitate the drying of clothes using the natural heat from the building's fireplace and the sun's rays filtering through the large windows. The women in this photograph can be seen carefully hanging their freshly laundered clothes on the wooden drying racks, taking great care to ensure they were not creased or damaged. The room is filled with the scent of clean linens and the soft hum of conversation, creating a sense of community and camaraderie among the women. The 1860s marked a significant period in the history of public baths and washhouses in London, as they became increasingly popular and essential for the health and well-being of the city's residents. This photograph provides a fascinating insight into the daily routines and social interactions of Victorian Londoners, offering a window into the past that continues to captivate and intrigue us today.
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