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Advertisement for Ivory Soap, c. 1898 (colour litho)
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Advertisement for Ivory Soap, c. 1898 (colour litho)
1073946 Advertisement for Ivory Soap, c.1898 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22506270
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Camping Campsite Chore Chores Detergent Domestic Work Household Household Chore Household Chores Housekeeping Housewife Housewives Housework Hygiene Ivory Laundry Line Pioneer Product Products Soap Soaps Washing Washing Line Wilderness Womens Work Wash Line Washline
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This photograph captures a nostalgic glimpse into the past, showcasing an advertisement for Ivory Soap from around 1898. The vibrant colors of this lithograph bring to life the charm and simplicity of advertising in the late 19th century. Set against a picturesque backdrop, we see a man standing by a serene river, surrounded by nature's beauty. In this idyllic campsite scene, he is diligently tending to his household chores, specifically washing clothes on a rustic washline. This image not only promotes Ivory Soap as an essential product for cleanliness but also highlights the importance of domestic work and hygiene in that era. The ad subtly emphasizes gender roles prevalent during that time period with its focus on housewives' responsibilities and women's work. It offers us a fascinating insight into how laundry was done outdoors amidst the wilderness. As we admire this vintage print, it serves as a reminder of our progress in terms of technology and convenience when it comes to household chores. Yet it also evokes nostalgia for simpler times when daily tasks were carried out with patience and care. Overall, this advertisement stands as both an artistic representation of its time and an intriguing historical artifact that transports us back to the 19th century – where soap ads were not just about selling products but also capturing moments from everyday life.
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