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A new industry, snake and reptile skins for bags and shoes. Ironing a 5 years python skin
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A new industry, snake and reptile skins for bags and shoes. Ironing a 5 years python skin
A new industry, snake and reptile skins for bags and shoes. Ironing a 5 years python skin. Colonia (Sarum) Ltd. Salisbury. 10th November 1935
Sunday Pictorial
Mirrorpix
Salisbury
Wiltshire
England
Media ID 21832222
© Mirrorpix
1935 Girls Iron Reptile Reptiles Salisbury Shoes Skin Snake Snakes Wiltshire Colonia Sarum
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In this print from 1935, we are transported back to a time when the fashion industry was exploring new avenues. The image showcases an emerging industry centered around snake and reptile skins for bags and shoes. Here, at Colonia (Sarum) Ltd. in Salisbury, Wiltshire, women can be seen meticulously ironing a python skin that has been maturing for five years. The scene is filled with an air of anticipation as these skilled workers carefully handle the exotic material. Their expertise shines through as they delicately smooth out any imperfections on the python skin, ensuring its quality meets the highest standards demanded by this burgeoning market. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into a world where craftsmanship and innovation collide. It highlights how fashion trends evolve over time, pushing boundaries and embracing unconventional materials to create unique pieces that captivate both wearers and onlookers alike. As we admire this photograph today, let us appreciate the dedication of those who paved the way for modern-day fashion industries while acknowledging our responsibility to protect wildlife habitats and ensure ethical practices in sourcing such materials. This image serves as a reminder of our ever-evolving relationship with nature's wonders and challenges us to find sustainable alternatives without compromising style or creativity.
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