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Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory, 1890
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Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory, 1890
3478858 Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory, 1890; (add.info.: Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory; fainting from bad ventilation and undernourishment. Illustration by Edward Hughes; 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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Button East End Edward Hughes Factories Fainting Sanitation Supervisor Sweated Labour Sweatshop Swooning Ventilation Industries Physical Health
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This powerful image captures the harsh realities faced by women working in the East End of London during the late 19th century. The woman supervisor in this button factory is depicted fainting from a combination of bad ventilation and undernourishment, highlighting the dangerous working conditions that many individuals were subjected to during this time.
The illustration by Edward Hughes serves as a stark reminder of the physical toll that industrial labor took on women, who were often paid low wages and forced to work long hours in cramped and poorly ventilated factories. The image also sheds light on the prevalence of sweatshop labor in London's East End, where workers endured grueling conditions for meager pay.
As we look back at this historical moment through the lens of art, it is important to remember the sacrifices made by these women in order to support themselves and their families. Their resilience in the face of adversity is a testament to their strength and determination.
Through images like this one, we are reminded of the importance of advocating for safe working conditions and fair wages for all individuals, regardless of gender or social status. This woman supervisor may have fainted from exhaustion, but her story continues to inspire us to fight for justice and equality in our modern world.
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