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Tissue Manufacture
A group of Russian women whiten tissues in a field. Date: circa 1900
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/Alexander Meledin
Busy Females Grassy Manufacture Manufacturing Meadow Russians Tissue Tissues
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a group of Russian women engaged in the traditional process of whitening tissues in a sun-dappled field, circa 1900. The scene unfolds in the Russian countryside, where the rustic charm of the rural landscape is juxtaposed with the industrious nature of these ladies. The women, dressed in simple yet elegant peasant blouses and aprons, are deeply concentrated on their work. They sit or stand in a circle, each holding a stack of freshly-made tissues in their hands. The tissues, still damp from the manufacturing process, are spread out on large, white cloths to be whitened by the sun. The air is filled with the gentle hum of conversation and the soft rustle of grass beneath their feet. The girls, too young to join the more laborious tasks, playfully dance and frolic around the edges of the circle, adding a touch of lightheartedness to the scene. Tissue manufacture was a common rural industry in Russia during this era, with families producing tissues in their homes for personal use or for sale in local markets. The whitening process, which involved exposing the tissues to the sun, was a crucial step in the production. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily lives of Russian women during a time when the industrial revolution was just beginning to transform the world. It is a poignant reminder of the simplicity and hard work that once defined rural life, and the enduring strength and resilience of women in the face of adversity.
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