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Port Sunlight BL14041_005
LEVER BROTHERS SUNLIGHT SOAP WORKS, Port Sunlight, Wirral, Merseyside. Photographed by Bedford Lemere & Co. in April 1897. Thousands of barrels of tallow and other soap ingredients stacked in rows, with factory buildings in the background left. This photograph was commissioned by Lever Brothers
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This photo print, titled "Port Sunlight BL14041_005" takes us back in time to April 1897. Captured by the talented photographer Bedford Lemere & Co. , this image showcases the impressive Lever Brothers Sunlight Soap Works in Port Sunlight, Wirral, Merseyside. The photograph offers a glimpse into the bustling industrial era of Victorian England. In this remarkable composition, thousands of barrels filled with tallow and various soap ingredients are meticulously stacked in neat rows. The sheer scale of these towering stacks is awe-inspiring and serves as a testament to the magnitude of production taking place within these factory walls. Behind them, we catch a glimpse of the sprawling factory buildings that housed Lever Brothers' operations. Commissioned by Lever Brothers themselves, this photograph captures not only their commitment to innovation but also their pride in showcasing their manufacturing prowess. It stands as a visual representation of an era marked by rapid industrialization and technological advancements. Harry Bedford Lemere's skillful execution allows us to appreciate both the grandeur and intricacy involved in soap production during that time period. This historical snapshot provides valuable insight into how factories like Lever Brothers contributed to shaping society through mass production. As we admire this extraordinary image from Historic England's collection, let us reflect on the transformative power industry had on our world while appreciating Harry Bedford Lemere's ability to capture its essence through his lens.
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