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SUNLIGHT SOAP, 1891. English newspaper advertisement, 1891
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SUNLIGHT SOAP, 1891. English newspaper advertisement, 1891
SUNLIGHT SOAP, 1891.
English newspaper advertisement, 1891
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Media ID 12223630
1891 Advertising Clothesline Domestic Drying Hygiene Laundress Soap Sunlight
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1891 showcases an English newspaper advertisement for Sunlight Soap, a household name during the late 19th century. The image takes us back to a time when domestic chores were performed with meticulous care and attention to detail. In the foreground, we see a laundress diligently tending to her duties, carefully hanging freshly washed garments on a clothesline in the open air. The ad exudes an aura of simplicity and elegance as it captures the essence of turn-of-the-century fashion and hygiene practices. The text accompanying the image emphasizes the soap's effectiveness in achieving pristine cleanliness while being gentle on fabrics. It serves as a reminder that even in an era defined by industrial progress, traditional methods still held value. The photograph transports us to another era where sunlight played an essential role in drying laundry naturally, harnessing its cleansing power alongside Sunlight Soap's promise of spotless results. This timeless scene encapsulates both practicality and beauty as women took pride in their ability to maintain impeccable standards within their households. Preserved by The Granger Collection, this historical artifact not only offers insight into advertising techniques of yesteryears but also celebrates the dedication of countless women who tirelessly worked behind closed doors to ensure clean clothes for their families.
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