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Soap Flakes
Factory girls packing Lux soap into boxes by means of automated machines
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General Photographic Agency
Media ID 12559389
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1929 Factory Group Of People Industrial Equipment Industry Machine Part Manufacturing Manufacturing Occupation Occupation Only Women Only Young Women Production Line Reportage Working Young Adult Young Women
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This photograph, titled "Soap Flakes" transports us back to the year 1929, offering a glimpse into the world of industrial manufacturing. The image captures a group of young women diligently working in a factory, packing Lux soap into boxes using automated machines. Their focused expressions reveal their dedication to their occupation as production line workers. The scene is filled with the hum and motion of machinery, showcasing the intricate network of industrial equipment that facilitates mass production. Each woman plays an integral role in this synchronized process, ensuring that every box is efficiently filled with soap flakes before moving down the assembly line. The monochromatic palette adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing both its historical significance and artistic merit. It allows us to appreciate not only the technical aspects but also the composition and lighting captured by General Photographic Agency. "Soap Flakes" serves as a powerful reminder of how industry has evolved over time while highlighting the pivotal role played by women in these settings. This photograph stands as a testament to their strength, resilience, and contribution within manufacturing occupations during an era when gender roles were more rigidly defined. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, we are transported back in time—immersing ourselves in an important moment captured through reportage photography—a visual narrative that continues to resonate today.
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