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Ready made clothing class, Shoreditch Technical Institute, London, 1907
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Ready made clothing class, Shoreditch Technical Institute, London, 1907
Ready made clothing class, Shoreditch Technical Institute, London, 1907. Girls drawing a dress worn by a mannequin in the centre of the room
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Blouse Class Council Desk Drawing Board Greater London Council Hackney Mannequin Pitfield Street Shoreditch Student Teach Teacher Teaching
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Captured in 1907, this photograph showcases a ready-made clothing class at the Shoreditch Technical Institute in London. The image depicts a group of young girls diligently drawing a dress worn by a mannequin placed prominently in the center of the room. This educational institution, supported by the Greater London Council and Hackney Council, played an essential role in providing practical training for aspiring fashion designers. The scene exudes an air of creativity and focus as each girl attentively hones her skills at her individual drawing board. The furniture is simple yet functional, allowing these budding artists to immerse themselves fully into their craft. Their female teacher stands nearby, guiding them through the intricacies of garment design. Located on Pitfield Street within bustling Shoreditch, this institute served as a hub for artistic expression and skill development during the early 20th century. It was here that women were empowered to pursue careers in fashion design—an industry traditionally dominated by men. Preserved within the Guildhall Library and Art Gallery's collection, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when education was opening doors previously closed to women. As we admire these determined students meticulously sketching their visions onto paper, we are reminded of how far society has come in promoting gender equality within creative fields.
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