Barges laden with soap, Port Sunlight, early 1900s

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Barges laden with soap, Port Sunlight, early 1900s

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 32386094

© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Barge Barges Crane Laden Lever Quay Soap Sunlight Wirral

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage image, taken from the early 1900s, showcases a serene scene at Port Sunlight, Wirral, during the height of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully captures the tranquility and industry that coexisted during this period. Barges, laden with large, cylindrical soap barrels, are anchored at the quay, their masts and sails gently swaying in the breeze. The soap barrels, emblazoned with the distinctive branding of their manufacturer, are carefully secured and covered with waterproof tarpaulins to protect their contents. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a lantern-lit crane, its long arm reaching out to unload the soap from the barges, and a solitary figure standing on the quayside, observing the proceedings. The factory buildings of Port Sunlight can be seen in the background, their red-brick facades and chimneys rising against the skyline. The area, famed for its picturesque architecture and gardens, was developed by the Lever Brothers soap company as a model village for its workers. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the community, with the bustling quay and the factory's industrial processes providing a stark contrast to the idyllic surroundings. This photograph is an evocative reminder of a bygone era, when the soap industry thrived and the working waterfront was a hive of activity. The combination of industry and nature, the bustle and tranquility, make this image a fascinating and captivating snapshot of history.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.