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Advertisement for the Home Washing Machine and Wringer, c. 1869 (colour litho)
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Advertisement for the Home Washing Machine and Wringer, c. 1869 (colour litho)
PNP382191 Advertisement for the Home Washing Machine and Wringer, c.1869 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23252372
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Appliance Basin Household Kitchen Laundering Laundress Laundry Luxury Maids Mangle Mistress Pantry Publicity Scullery Servants Silverware Washer Washerwoman Washerwomen Wealthy Wringing Maid
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This vibrant and captivating print takes us back to the late 19th century, showcasing an advertisement for the Home Washing Machine and Wringer. The colour lithograph beautifully captures a scene in a luxurious household, where technology meets domesticity. In this bustling kitchen setting, we see a well-dressed lady of the house overseeing her servants as they tend to their laundry duties. The advertisement cleverly highlights the convenience and efficiency of this innovative invention by depicting a young girl assisting her mother with washing clothes in a large tub. The presence of silverware on display suggests that even affluent households can benefit from this modern appliance. The image exudes an air of opulence and sophistication, emphasizing how this new technology has elevated the standards of cleanliness within homes. It showcases not only the practicality but also the status symbol associated with owning such advanced machinery during that era. The composition skillfully incorporates various elements like basins, tubs, and even a mangle – all essential tools for laundering at that time. This visual narrative transports us into an era when maids diligently worked alongside washerwomen to maintain impeccable cleanliness within households. Overall, this fascinating print serves as both an intriguing historical artifact and an effective marketing tool for promoting advancements in home appliances during the 19th century.
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