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Don t get the clothes too blue!, 1897. Creator: BW Kilburn
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Don t get the clothes too blue!, 1897. Creator: BW Kilburn
Don t get the clothes too blue!, 1897. [Woman in bloomers-style bicycling outfit instructing her husband how to do the laundry. A rolling pin on the wall alludes to the stereotype of a dominant wife beating her hen-pecked husband]. Albumen silver print, stereocard
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Don't Get the Clothes Too Blue!
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is a captivating 19th-century photograph that captures a playful and thought-provoking scene. Taken by BW Kilburn in 1897, this albumen silver print stereocard transports us back to an era where gender roles were rigidly defined. In the image, we see a woman dressed in a bloomers-style bicycling outfit instructing her husband on how to do the laundry. The presence of a rolling pin hanging on the wall alludes to the stereotype of a dominant wife beating her hen-pecked husband. This clever juxtaposition challenges societal norms and highlights themes of power dynamics within relationships. The composition draws our attention to the gesturing hand of the woman as she points towards something off-camera, emphasizing her authority in domestic matters. Meanwhile, her husband appears somewhat bewildered or perhaps even intimidated by his wife's assertiveness. This photograph not only offers insight into daily life during this period but also serves as a commentary on gender equality and emancipation. It invites viewers to reflect upon traditional gender roles and question societal expectations placed upon men and women. Displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago, this black-and-white albumen silver print showcases Benjamin West Kilburn's artistic talent for capturing significant moments with depth and nuance. Through its historical context and visual storytelling, "Don't Get the Clothes Too Blue!" continues to provoke discussions about gender dynamics even over a century later.
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