Emancipated Collection (#3)

Alexander II (1818-1881) Tsar of Russia from 1855. Known as The Liberator, he emancipated the serfs in 1861. Assassinated at St Petersburg. Colour-printed wood engraving

Emancipated Woman - Husband doing chores
The Handy-man at home An Emancipated Woman reads happily by the fire whilst her sailor husband does his fair share of the household chores by scrubbling the floor. Date: 1915

Woman in the army
New role for the Emancipated woman - Gwendoline of the Queens Bays - a female soldier in the British army at the end of the First World War. Date: 1918

The harem skirt, the scare m skirt, the harum-scarum skirt
A satirical look at womens fashion in 1911. Date: January 1911

Drunken Husband arrives home
Weather Forecast - " Stormy" (Thunder and Lightning to follow) A drunken husband arrives home to find his wife still up and awiting his return sat at a table with clock

Egyptian Tour Guide
A Dragowoman of Cairo, Egypt, one of the new educated tour guides, seen here at the tomb of the Mamelukes (Egyptian Princes). Date: 1933

Music at home, 1903
The Modern Husband by Dudley Hardy. 1903

Turkish Trousers 1911
A daring young lady wears the fashionable yet scandalous harem pants or Turkish trousers with a sleeveless bolero & turban or toque. 1911

Emancipated Women
Margaret Bryan; scientific writer and teacher in Blackheath Date: 1815

Girl Mounts her Bike
A sporty young Frenchwoman mounts her bicycle - a mans model, with crossbar : she is wearing a practical and picturesque divided skirt

Equality / Lady in Train
An emancipated lady in a train from a male point of view

THREE NEW WOMEN
Three emancipated women of post-WW1 Germany

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"Emancipated: Breaking Boundaries and Defying Expectations" In the roaring twenties, a flapper girl sits at a cocktail bar, embodying the spirit of liberation and rebellion. With her bobbed hair and daring fashion choices, she symbolizes a generation that refused to conform. Meanwhile, on the racecourse, female jockeys ride gentlemen like horses - an unconventional sight that challenges traditional gender roles. These fearless women prove that they too can excel in male-dominated fields. Taking us back to 1874, we witness a woman reading the Scriptures by Thomas Waterman Wood. In this powerful image, she represents those who sought spiritual emancipation and questioned societal norms through their faith. Hyde Park becomes a stage for change as women don bloomers - loose trousers challenging restrictive Victorian attire. Their bold choice reflects their determination to break free from corsets and embrace comfort while demanding equality. The Eton Crop revolutionizes beauty standards as women adopt short hairstyles inspired by men's cuts. This audacious move not only defies conventional femininity but also signifies freedom from societal expectations of long locks. Health and Beauty take center stage with black-and-white photos showcasing exercises aimed at physical liberation. From loosening limbs to combating constipation, these images encourage individuals to take control of their bodies' well-being. Stretching legs becomes more than just physical exercise; it is an act of empowerment as women strive for independence in all aspects of life. They swing freely into new territories where they are no longer confined or limited by society's constraints. And finally, lovely fingertips adorned with modern nail art become symbols of self-expression and autonomy in an era when even small acts like painting one's nails were seen as rebellious acts against conformity. "Emancipated" captures moments throughout history when individuals dared to challenge norms and redefine themselves on their own terms. It celebrates those who fought for freedom from societal expectations – be it through fashion, sports, spirituality, or personal well-being.