How films are made: Making Cobwebs (colour litho)

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How films are made: Making Cobwebs (colour litho)

8660296 How films are made: Making Cobwebs (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making Cobwebs. Our illustration is of a man making cobwebs on the "set" before a picture is made. For this purpose he uses a spray-gun, similar to the gun used for spraying paint, worked by air pressure. The studio is fitted all round with air pressure pipes, to which the flexible pipe of the spray can be attached. Different pattern nozzles can be fitted, making anything from beautifully traced spider webs to masses of dirty cobwebs. The dirt is thrown on, and adheres to the sticky substance, composed chiefly of glucose and glycerine, used in the spray gun. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on the subject of How Films are Made, issued by B Morris in 1934.); © Look and Learn

Media ID 38113424

© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images

Cinema Holy Mass Mass Masses Religious Ceremony Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty

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This fascinating colour lithograph captures a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate process of creating cobwebs for films in the 20th century. The image shows a man meticulously spraying a sticky substance composed of glucose and glycerine onto various surfaces to create realistic cobwebs for movie sets. The studio is equipped with air pressure pipes and different pattern nozzles, allowing for the creation of everything from delicate spider webs to grimy masses of cobwebs. The attention to detail and craftsmanship involved in making these artificial cobwebs is truly remarkable, highlighting the dedication and creativity required in film production during this era. This unique glimpse into the artistry behind movie-making serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness that filmmakers employed before modern special effects technology became prevalent. Issued as part of a set of cigarette cards on How Films are Made in 1934, this print offers viewers a rare opportunity to appreciate the often-overlooked aspects of cinematic production. It showcases not only the technical skills involved but also sheds light on the innovative techniques used by filmmakers to bring their visions to life on screen.

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