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Womens exhibition at Earls Court 1900
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Womens exhibition at Earls Court 1900
Queuing to pay for the Womens Exhibition at Earls Court, 1900. A man puts his hand in his pocket to pay for his wife and daughters. It is interesting to notice that the " inferior" sex is entirely dispensed with at Earls Court! Date: 1900
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Earls Exhibitions Jun19 Paying Queue Queuing Womans
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This intriguing cartoon captures the spirit of the Women's Exhibition held at Earls Court in London in 1900. The image shows a queue of people, mostly women and children, waiting to pay for entry to the exhibition. In the foreground, a man reaches into his pocket to pay for his wife and daughters. The caption's sarcastic tone highlights the assumption that women were considered "inferior" and insignificant enough to be omitted from the illustration. The Women's Exhibition was a groundbreaking event that aimed to showcase the achievements of women in various fields, including art, science, and industry. It was organized by the Women's Labour League and attracted over 120,000 visitors during its run. The exhibition challenged the prevailing societal norms of the time, which relegated women to domestic roles and excluded them from many areas of public life. Despite the progress made since then, this cartoon serves as a reminder of the persistent gender biases that have shaped our history. The image also underscores the importance of events like the Women's Exhibition in challenging these biases and promoting gender equality. Today, we continue to celebrate the achievements of women in all areas of life and strive for a more inclusive and equitable society.
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