Girls learning how to sew in the courtyard, Cotonou, Benin, ca. 1900-1930

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Title: Girls learning how to sew in the courtyard, Cotonou, Benin, ca. 1900-1930
Published / Created: 1900-1930
Publication Place: Cotonou, Benin, Africa
Description: Also included in the International Mission Photography Archive.
DAHOMEY - L'Ouvroir de Cotonou. ("The sewing room of Cotonou.") In a courtyard, at least thrity-five girls sit on benches or on the ground and work on sewing projects. Three of the girls are learing how to use a sewing machine. Three missionary sisters supervise and instruct the girls. Postcard issued by the "Congregation des Soeurs de N.-D. des Apotres - Venissieux (Rhone)."
The back of the postcard is blank.
Extent: 9.25 x 14.25 cm.

Repository: Yale Divinity Library
Collection Title: Missionary Postcard Collection
Collection/Other Creator: Yale Divinity Library Special Collections. Divinity School. Day Missions Library
Collection Date: 1880-1950
Container / Volume: Box 6

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