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Old Photographs, Recognition, Handwriting Deciphering => Handwriting Deciphering & Recognition => Topic started by: Ann12 on Sunday 16 May 21 15:24 BST (UK)

Title: Occupation
Post by: Ann12 on Sunday 16 May 21 15:24 BST (UK)

Hi all,

Does anyone know what this occupation is?  It's something 'maker' but I can't figure out the first part.

Thanks
Anna

Title: Re: Occupation
Post by: jayaygee on Sunday 16 May 21 15:27 BST (UK)

Mantua maker
From wiktionary : mantua = a loose gown worn in the 18th century

Judith

Title: Re: Occupation
Post by: *Sandra* on Sunday 16 May 21 15:29 BST (UK)

Yes, I agree

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mantua_(clothing)#:~:text=The%20garment%20may%20have%20been,term%20for%20a%20women%27s%20dressmaker.

Sandra

Title: Re: Occupation
Post by: Ann12 on Sunday 16 May 21 15:30 BST (UK)

Thank you Judith!  I have never heard of that occupation before  :)

Anna