Woman at a kitchen sink, probably 1930s

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Woman at a kitchen sink, probably 1930s

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Housewife Housework Kitchen Sink

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative black and white image captures the essence of domestic life in the 1930s, as a woman stands at an old-fashioned kitchen sink, lost in thought as she gazes out of the window. The worn, white apron she wears is stained with the remnants of her housework, while the lantern on the windowsill casts a warm, gentle light over the scene. The Victorian or Edwardian-era kitchen, with its large, enamel sink and wooden cabinets, speaks of a bygone era, one where the daily routine of cooking, cleaning, and caring for a household was a labor of love. The woman's expression is one of quiet contemplation, as if she is lost in thought, perhaps pondering the day's chores or reflecting on the simple pleasures of home and hearth. The faded, vintage aesthetic of this photograph transports us back in time, inviting us to imagine the stories and memories that lie behind the image of this ordinary yet extraordinary moment in history. The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, from which this print is taken, is a treasure trove of historical images that offer a unique window into the past, allowing us to explore the rich tapestry of human experience and the enduring power of the photographic image.

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