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FAMILY WASH DAY, c1900. African-American woman doing laundry with a washboard and tub
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FAMILY WASH DAY, c1900. African-American woman doing laundry with a washboard and tub
FAMILY WASH DAY, c1900.
African-American woman doing laundry with a washboard and tub, as a girl stirs pot with 3 other children on the ground watching, c1900
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Media ID 12236637
1890s 1900 1900s Decade African Basin Busy Child Labor Chore Domestic Family Laundry Poverty Washing Working Class Young
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This print titled "FAMILY WASH DAY, c1900" takes us back in time to witness a poignant scene of domestic life. In the image, an African-American woman stands tall, her hands diligently scrubbing clothes on a washboard while a large tub sits nearby, waiting to be filled with water. The woman's focused expression reveals the determination and strength required for this laborious task. As we delve deeper into the photograph, our attention is drawn to a young girl stirring a pot on the ground beside her. Three other children sit around her, their eyes fixed on the woman's work. This glimpse into early 20th-century America showcases not only the daily chores that were part of family life but also sheds light on child labor during that era. The setting exudes simplicity as it unfolds against an exterior backdrop. Poverty may have been present in this working-class household; however, there is no denying the unity and resilience emanating from this family unit. "FAMILY WASH DAY" serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece capturing raw emotions and telling stories through its subjects' actions. It reminds us of the hardships faced by many families at that time while highlighting their unwavering commitment to providing for one another amidst challenging circumstances. This remarkable photograph transports us back in time, inviting contemplation about how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for future generations.
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