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Players cigarette advert featuring female office worker
Advertisement for Players cigarettes featuring a woman sitting at an office desk enjoying a smoke. Date: 1938
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Cigarette Cigarettes Clerical Desk Jobs Office Players Secretary Sep17 Smoker Telephone Worker
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1. Title: "A Moment of Relaxation: A 1930s Secretary's Pleasure" In this black-and-white photograph, a secretary, elegantly dressed in a crisp blouse and pencil skirt, takes a moment for herself amidst the bustling office environment of the 1930s. With a graceful hand, she cradles a Players cigarette between her fingers, its sleek, slender design a stark contrast to the bulky telephone receiver in the other hand. The delicate smoke curls up towards the ceiling, mingling with the soft, diffused light filtering in from the window behind her. The scene exudes an air of sophistication and glamour, as the secretary, with a poised expression, savors the taste and sensation of her Players cigarette. The image challenges the traditional perception of women in the workplace during this era, where the norm was a rigid, unyielding work environment. This photograph, however, offers a glimpse into the human side of the office, where even the most dedicated secretaries allowed themselves a brief respite from their clerical duties. The photograph, taken in 1938, is a testament to the evolving role of women in the workforce. As more women entered the workforce, they began to redefine their roles and reclaim their identities, both personally and professionally. This image serves as a reminder of the small pleasures and moments of self-indulgence that helped women navigate the challenges of their jobs and the societal expectations of their time. The Players cigarette, with its sleek design and alluring appeal, became a symbol of this newfound freedom and self-expression. The photograph, therefore, not only captures a moment of relaxation but also embodies the spirit of the times, where women were asserting their presence in the world of work and beyond.
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