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The style of the new suburban interiors and the changing role of the housewife in the 1920s and 1930s
This talk focuses on the wives and mothers who found themselves in charge of their new homes, in Metroland - far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Emmanuelle will explore how homes changed dramatically after the First World War, through the boom in technology and labour saving devices, and in their decorative schemes. She will compare the sleek ideal 'moderne' interiors that featured in magazines and promotional material, with the ubiquitous reality of mock Jacobean sideboards and floral wallpapers. Drawing on women's magazines of the time she will also discuss the woman's role in the house, where she shopped and what she bought.
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23 February 2010 at 6:30 pm |
Duration: | 1 hour |
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London Transport Museum |
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Tickets: |
£8.00 adults; £6.00 senior citizens; £4.00 students |
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Ticket desk or pre book on 020 7565 7298 |
Additional Information: |
Part of London Transport Museum's exhibition 'Suburbia' which celebrates how public transport helped shape the myths and identity of suburbia. Exhibition closes on 31 March 2010. All talks will be BSL interpreted. |
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