Ladies drinking at a fashionable milliners in London
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Ladies drinking at a fashionable milliners in London
Ladies drinking at a fashionable milliners establishment in London. Date: 1871
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1871 Behaviour Drinks Drunk Establishment Milliner Misbehaving Moral Morality Morals Fashionable
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This photograph, taken in 1871, captures a group of fashionable ladies engaging in an unexpected activity at a renowned milliner's establishment in London. The elegant ladies, dressed in the latest Victorian fashion, sit at a table laden with an assortment of glasses and bottles, their expressions reflecting various degrees of merriment and slight mischief. One lady fans herself, while another leans forward, her hand on her chin, as if deep in thought or conversation. The scene challenges the societal norms of the time, as public drunkenness, especially among women, was considered a serious moral lapse. The image invites us to question the rigid moral codes of the Victorian era and the private lives of these women behind closed doors. Were they truly misbehaving, or was this a moment of rebellion, a way to assert their agency and independence in a world dominated by men? The milliner's establishment, with its ornate decor and luxurious fabrics, serves as an intriguing backdrop to this scene. The ladies' choice to indulge in drink within its walls adds an air of exclusivity and sophistication to their rebellion. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complexities of Victorian society, where appearances could be deceiving, and the line between propriety and indulgence was often blurred.
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