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Mourning Dress Warehouse
A receipt for items of mourning dress
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Media ID 4308961
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10028907
1858 Bills Invoices Items Money Mourning Receipt Receipts Ware House
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating print captures a glimpse into the past with a receipt for items of mourning dress from 1858. The warehouse depicted in this image was likely filled with somber garments and accessories, all carefully chosen to reflect the solemnity of mourning customs during that era.
The receipt itself is a tangible piece of history, offering insight into the trade practices and financial transactions of the time. Each item listed on the receipt represents a small piece of someone's grief, as they navigated their way through loss and sorrow.
As we look at this image today, we are reminded of the importance placed on outward displays of mourning in Victorian society. The meticulous record-keeping evident in this receipt speaks to a time when even the most personal aspects of life were meticulously documented.
In an age where fast fashion dominates our shopping habits, it is humbling to consider how much thought and care went into selecting each piece of mourning attire. This print serves as a poignant reminder that clothing can be so much more than just fabric - it can be a powerful symbol of emotion and tradition.
Overall, this image offers us a window into another world, where grief was openly acknowledged and expressed through every detail down to the smallest invoice. It is both a historical artifact and an emotional touchstone for understanding our shared human experience across generations.
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