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SOAPMAKING, 19th CENTURY. A frontier woman boiling a kettle of potash to make soap
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SOAPMAKING, 19th CENTURY. A frontier woman boiling a kettle of potash to make soap
SOAPMAKING, 19th CENTURY.
A frontier woman boiling a kettle of potash to make soap. Illustration, 19th century
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Media ID 12236353
Boiling Busy Domestic Frontier Frontierswoman Housework Kettle Maker Making Settler Soap Potash
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In this 19th-century illustration, we are transported back in time to witness the industriousness of a frontier woman engaged in soapmaking. The image showcases the domestic scene of a determined settler boiling a kettle of potash, an essential ingredient for soap production during that era. With her sleeves rolled up and focused expression, the frontierswoman epitomizes hard work and dedication. Her bustling activity exemplifies the tireless efforts required to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in such challenging circumstances. The setting exudes simplicity as she tends to her task, surrounded by rustic elements reminiscent of life on the frontier. This snapshot into history offers us a glimpse into the daily lives of women who played crucial roles in maintaining households while adapting to their new surroundings. This illustration serves as a testament to both the resilience and resourcefulness of women during this period. It highlights their ability to transform basic ingredients like potash into an essential household item like soap through sheer determination and ingenuity. As we admire this piece from Granger Art on Demand, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also recognize the unsung heroes who worked tirelessly behind closed doors - these remarkable women whose labor ensured cleanliness amidst adversity.
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