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View of factory, Our Boys Clothing Company, Holborn
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View of factory, Our Boys Clothing Company, Holborn
View of the factory in Our Boys Clothing Company, 26 Holborn Viaduct. Date: c.1895
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Holborn Labor Lower Machines Retail Retailers Sewing Shopping Viaduct 1895
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This photograph offers a glimpse into the inner workings of the Our Boys Clothing Company located at 26 Holborn Viaduct in London during the late Victorian era, around 1895. The image reveals a bustling factory environment filled with men and women diligently working at their stations. The lower classes were a significant labor force during this period, and their presence is evident in this photograph. The women, dressed in simple, practical attire, are seated at long tables, their hands deftly manipulating fabric and thread as they operate the sewing machines. Their concentration is unwavering as they stitch together pieces of clothing. The men, dressed in shirtsleeves and collars, are engaged in various tasks, some tending to the machinery, while others load and unload fabric from carts. The factory setting is a stark contrast to the retail shops and shopping areas of the time. The Our Boys Clothing Company was a successful retailer, selling clothes for boys, and this factory likely produced a significant portion of their inventory. The factory's location in the heart of London's commercial district, Holborn, placed it in a prime position to supply the city's growing demand for affordable clothing. This photograph provides a fascinating look into the lives of the workers who contributed to the production of the clothing that filled the shops and adorned the backs of the city's children. The intricate dance of labor and industry that brought clothes from the factory floor to the retail shops is vividly captured in this image, offering a glimpse into the rich history of London's retail and manufacturing sectors during the Victorian era.
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