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Some of the backbreaking equipment women would use on washing days in days gone by
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Some of the backbreaking equipment women would use on washing days in days gone by
Some of the backbreaking equipment women would use on washing days in days gone by on show at Beamish Museum. For example the poss tub, poss sticks anda large mangle
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Clothes Museums Washing Mangle
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This print takes us back in time to an era when women would endure the arduous task of doing laundry by hand. Displayed at Beamish Museum, it showcases some of the backbreaking equipment that was once a common sight on washing days. The image highlights three essential tools: the poss tub, poss sticks, and a large mangle. In this snapshot from days gone by, we witness the sheer physical effort required to keep clothes clean before modern conveniences took over. The poss tub stands prominently in the foreground - a sturdy wooden vessel filled with hot water and soap where garments were soaked and scrubbed vigorously. Adjacent to it lie the poss sticks; long wooden implements used for agitating and beating clothes against the washboard. However, it is perhaps the imposing presence of the large mangle that truly captures our attention. This formidable contraption served as a means of wringing out excess water from freshly washed items through its mechanical rollers. Its size alone serves as a testament to both its efficiency and demanding nature. As we gaze upon this evocative photograph, we are reminded of how far domestic chores have come since those times. It allows us to appreciate not only the laborious efforts undertaken by women but also their resilience and determination in ensuring cleanliness amidst challenging circumstances.
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