STARCH TRADE CARD, c1880. American merchants trade card, c1880, for Hoveys Sunday Gloss Starch

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STARCH TRADE CARD, c1880. American merchants trade card, c1880, for Hoveys Sunday Gloss Starch

STARCH TRADE CARD, c1880.
American merchants trade card, c1880, for Hoveys Sunday Gloss Starch

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Media ID 12223258

1880 1880s Advertising Basket Black Caucasian Domestic Dress Laundress Living Room Logo Merchant Middle Class Mother Servant Trade Card Starch

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the late 1880s showcases an American merchant trade card for Hoveys Sunday Gloss Starch. The image captures a snapshot of life during that era, depicting a diverse group of individuals in a domestic setting. In the foreground, we see an African American laundress dressed in traditional attire, skillfully attending to her work with a basket full of laundry by her side. In the background, we observe two women - one Caucasian and one African American - engaged in conversation. They represent different social classes, with the former possibly being the mother or mistress of the household and the latter serving as a trusted servant. This scene highlights both racial diversity and class dynamics prevalent at that time. The living room setting exudes elegance and refinement typical of middle-class households during this period. The attention to detail is evident not only in the meticulously arranged furniture but also in the logo prominently displayed on various items throughout the room. This trade card serves as more than just an advertisement; it offers us insight into societal norms and values of 19th-century America. It reminds us how commerce played a significant role even back then, shaping cultural perceptions through visual representation. Granger Art on Demand has beautifully preserved this historical artifact for us to appreciate today – reminding us that every photograph holds within it countless stories waiting to be discovered and shared.

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