Nurse with baby
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Nurse with baby
A nurse holds a sleeping baby who wears a long, white gown. Date: c. 1910
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Media ID 14190529
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the tender moment between a nurse and a sleeping baby, both dressed in the fashion of the early 1910s. The nurse, with a gentle expression on her face, cradles the infant in her arms, supporting its small body with one hand while stroking its head with the other. The baby, swaddled in a long, white gown, looks peaceful and content, its tiny hands clenched in a fist. The nurse's uniform, with its high collar, long sleeves, and full skirt, is typical of the early 1910s. The white gown of the baby, with its lace trim and delicate embroidery, was a common choice for infants during this period. The use of white fabric for both the nurse and the baby reflects the hygienic practices of the time, as well as the belief that white represented purity and innocence. The scene takes us back to a time when nursing was a respected and important profession, and the care of infants and children was a priority. The image also highlights the close bond between a nurse and her patient, a bond that goes beyond the medical aspect and touches on the emotional and nurturing side of caregiving. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history of nursing and the role it has played in the care of infants and children, as well as the fashion trends and cultural values of the early 1910s.
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