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Lancashire girl, at work in a cotton mill, and dressed up for the weekend (b / w photo)
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Lancashire girl, at work in a cotton mill, and dressed up for the weekend (b / w photo)
5986854 Lancashire girl, at work in a cotton mill, and dressed up for the weekend (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lancashire girl, at work in a cotton mill, and dressed up for the weekend. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23589284
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Appearances Class Cotton Dressed Economic Holidays Holyday Lancashire Mill Reality Spend Summer Holidays Summer Vacation Vacation Vacations Vaccation Weekend Comics
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This print captures the contrasting lives of a Lancashire girl in the early 20th century. On one side, we see her at work in a cotton mill, representing the harsh reality of the working class during the industrial revolution. Dressed in simple attire, she embodies hard work and economic struggle. However, on the other side of this postcard image, we witness a transformation. The same Lancashire girl is now dressed up for the weekend, showcasing her desire to escape from her daily routine and enjoy some leisure time. This juxtaposition between her working appearance and weekend attire highlights both her resilience and longing for enjoyment amidst challenging circumstances. The comic element within this photograph adds a touch of humor to an otherwise serious subject matter. It reminds us that even in difficult times, people find ways to bring joy into their lives. Through this image captured by an English photographer from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are transported back in time to witness not only the economic realities faced by individuals like this Lancashire girl but also their ability to find moments of happiness amidst adversity.
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