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Housewifery lesson, Denmark Hill School, Dulwich, London, 1908
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Housewifery lesson, Denmark Hill School, Dulwich, London, 1908
Housewifery lesson, Denmark Hill School, Dulwich, London, 1908. Two girls learn how to spring clean and specifically mend wallpaper. One girl lays out a strip of paper on a small workbench, while the other pastes a piece onto the wall
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Camberwell Council Do It Yourself Dulwich Greater London Council Housewifery Mending Repairing School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Schoolgirl Southwark Spring Cleaning Wallpaper Workbench Home Improvement
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Housewifery Lesson, Denmark Hill School, Dulwich, London, 1908 - A Glimpse into Domestic Education
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. In this photograph taken in 1908 at Denmark Hill School in Dulwich, London, we witness a moment of practical learning as two young girls delve into the art of housewifery. With sleeves rolled up and determination etched on their faces, these schoolgirls are eager to master the skills required for maintaining a well-kept home. Focused on spring cleaning and specifically mending wallpaper, one girl carefully lays out a strip of paper on a small workbench while her companion diligently pastes another piece onto the wall. The scene captures not only their dedication to learning but also highlights the importance placed on domestic responsibilities during that era. This image serves as a valuable testament to early 20th-century education practices and sheds light on the role assigned to females within society. As part of their curriculum at Denmark Hill School under the guidance of London County Council's educational initiatives, these young students were taught essential DIY techniques for home decoration and improvement. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery today, this monochrome snapshot offers us an intriguing glimpse into an era when housewifery was considered both an art form and an essential life skill. It reminds us that education encompasses more than just academic subjects; it extends to equipping individuals with practical knowledge necessary for everyday living.
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