Underwood Stereoview #6, 'Footsteps' Scene, c. 1900
c. 1900
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Historical Context & Description
This Underwood & Underwood stereoview card, numbered #6, captures a humorous domestic scene titled 'Footsteps - His Wife Hears the Word.' The image depicts a woman in a kitchen setting, seemingly startled by a noise, while a man is seen embracing another woman in the background. The scene is set in an early 20th-century home, complete with period-appropriate furnishings and attire, providing a glimpse into the domestic life and humor of the era.
The card was produced by Underwood & Underwood, a prominent publisher of stereoscopic images during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The front of the card is marked with the publisher's name and the title of the scene. The back of the card is blank, showing some signs of wear consistent with its age. The card exhibits edge wear and slight discoloration, typical of stereoviews from this period.
This stereoview documents early 20th-century domestic humor and social norms. Scenes like this were commercially produced, making surviving examples valuable records of cultural attitudes and daily life during this time. The card offers educational insights into the era's visual storytelling and domestic settings.
Details
- Type
- stereoview
- Condition
- good
- Location
- Unspecified
Edge wear, slight discoloration, blank back.
All items offered are original period pieces. No reproductions or modern reprints.
