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Portrait of two workers at the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
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Portrait of two workers at the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
5962634 Portrait of two workers at the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); 16x13 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Album of photographs from the Tredegar Iron Works in Wales, taken by William Clayton. 60 cartes de visite in an embossed brown leather album. Inner leaf with a newspaper cutting from the Bristol Mercury, and the original owner in ink C B Crisp, 19 April 1865'.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32119196
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Hardship Iron Ironworks Metal Works Metalworks Profession Shovel Sieve Tredegar Wales Welsh Working Class Britisch Britisch Laborer Labourer Social History Tradesman Tradesmen
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This photograph, titled "Portrait of two workers at the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865" offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of laborers during the Victorian era. The image showcases two young female workers standing side by side amidst their industrial surroundings. Their weary expressions and worn-out clothing speak volumes about the hardships they faced as part of the working class in 19th century Britain. The Tredegar Iron Works in Wales served as a hub for iron and metal production, attracting countless tradesmen and laborers seeking employment opportunities. In this portrait, we witness these women engaged in their daily tasks with a sieve and shovel in hand. Their presence symbolizes not only their own struggles but also represents the thousands of individuals who toiled away to support themselves and their families. Photographer William Clayton captures this moment with remarkable detail through his albumen print technique. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the composition while emphasizing the grittiness of industrial life. This photograph serves as an important historical document that sheds light on social history, showcasing both gender inequality within work environments and economic disparity prevalent during that time. Preserved within Manchester Art Gallery's collection, this powerful image continues to resonate today by reminding us of our collective past marked by resilience amidst adversity. It is a testament to human strength in overcoming challenges while serving as a stark reminder of how far society has progressed since then.
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