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Bathing Baby / Scannell
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Bathing Baby / Scannell
Baby in the bath
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1886 Bath Bathing Rack Sponge Toilet Towel Washin G
EDITORS COMMENTS
Bathing Baby - A Snapshot of Domestic Life in the Late 19th Century This evocative photograph, titled "Bathing Baby," captured by an unknown photographer in 1886, offers a rare glimpse into the daily routine of a middle-class family in Victorian England. The image, part of the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts a young infant, swaddled in a white towel, being bathed in a claw-footed porcelain tub. The bath is situated on a raised wooden platform, with a towel rack and a washbasin nearby, suggesting that this is not just a simple bathing session but a well-planned and organized event. The baby's mother, dressed in a long, voluminous skirt and a high-necked blouse, stands behind the tub, holding a large sponge in her right hand. Her expression is calm and focused as she gently washes her child, demonstrating the tenderness and care that comes naturally to a nurturing mother. The baby, with its wide-open eyes and serene expression, seems to be enjoying the experience, oblivious to the world around him. The presence of a toilet in the background, with its lid open, indicates that the bathroom was a multi-functional space where both bathing and sanitation took place. This was a common practice during the Victorian era when indoor plumbing was still a luxury. The photograph, therefore, provides a fascinating insight into the domestic life of the time, revealing the intricacies of daily routines and the importance of hygiene and cleanliness. Overall, "Bathing Baby" is a poignant reminder of the simple joys of childhood and the enduring bond between a mother and her child. It is a testament to the power of photography to capture moments in time and preserve them for future generations to cherish and learn from.
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