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Printing office (Victoria Press) in Great Coram Street, for the employment of women as compositors (engraving)
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Printing office (Victoria Press) in Great Coram Street, for the employment of women as compositors (engraving)
583453 Printing office (Victoria Press) in Great Coram Street, for the employment of women as compositors (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Printing office (Victoria Press) in Great Coram Street, for the employment of women as compositors; from The Illustrated London News, 15 June 1861); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22374362
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Compositors Employment Illustrated London News Office Printing Type Great Coram Street
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This photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of a printing office in Great Coram Street during the 19th century. The Victoria Press, as it was known, was a pioneering establishment that aimed to provide employment opportunities for women as compositors. This engraving from The Illustrated London News on June 15,1861, offers us a glimpse into this groundbreaking initiative. The image showcases rows of women diligently working at their stations, surrounded by stacks of type and printing equipment. Their focused expressions reveal their dedication to mastering the art of typesetting. It is truly inspiring to witness these women breaking societal norms and venturing into what was traditionally considered male-dominated territory. The Victoria Press played a crucial role in empowering women by providing them with meaningful work and financial independence. Through this print, we are transported back in time to an era when gender roles were rigidly defined but gradually being challenged. As we admire this historical artifact captured by an English School artist, we cannot help but appreciate the strides made towards gender equality within the field of printing. This image serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of these trailblazing women who defied expectations and left an indelible mark on history.
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