Exhausted Housewife
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Exhausted Housewife
A young overworked housewife or stressed out working woman with a sore neck, lies back in a comfortable armchair and puts her feet up on a leather footstool. Date: early 1930s
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Armchair Comfortable Exhausted Feet Footstool Household Housewife Housewives Leather Lies Neck Puts Sore Stress Stressed Tiredness Crick Overworked
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of the exhaustion and stress faced by many housewives during the early 1930s. The young woman in the image, with a weary expression etched on her face, lies back in a comfortable armchair, her feet up on a leather footstool. Her posture speaks volumes about the physical and emotional toll of managing a household during a time of economic hardship. The sore neck and the creases on her forehead suggest long hours of housework and caregiving, with little respite. The historical context of this image is significant, as the 1930s marked a period of transition for women, with many taking on new roles as workers outside the home, while continuing to bear the brunt of domestic responsibilities. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by women in the past and the ongoing struggle for work-life balance that continues to resonate with many today.
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