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1871-fashion-class-contrast - Victorian era public domain image

1871-fashion-class-contrast - Victorian era public domain image

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An extreme class contrast in women's attire, from the 1870s: On the left, "YOUNG LADY OF FASHION 1871" (who looks like she couldn't get back up unaided if she tipped over), and on the right "LONDON DAIRYWOMAN".

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1871
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