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A Revived Cottage Industry, Old Women spinning Linen in Langdale, Westmoreland (engraving)
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A Revived Cottage Industry, Old Women spinning Linen in Langdale, Westmoreland (engraving)
1044777 A Revived Cottage Industry, Old Women spinning Linen in Langdale, Westmoreland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Revived Cottage Industry, Old Women spinning Linen in Langdale, Westmoreland. Illustration for The Graphic, 10 January 1885.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23026944
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afternoon Distance Linen Loom Old Women Spinning Weaving Westmoreland Elterwater Langdale Langdale Pikes
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This engraving from the 19th century transports us back to a time when cottage industries thrived, and skilled artisans worked diligently in their humble abodes. In this particular scene, titled "A Revived Cottage Industry, Old Women spinning Linen in Langdale, Westmoreland" we witness a heartwarming sight of elderly women engaging in the age-old craft of linen spinning. The image showcases an interior setting where these seasoned spinners gather around their looms with focused determination. The room is filled with the rhythmic sound of whirring wheels and the gentle hum of conversation as they meticulously weave threads into beautiful textiles. Outside, through a window pane adorned with lace curtains, we catch glimpses of Langdale's breathtaking landscape - its rolling hills and majestic peaks known as Langdale Pikes. As word spreads about this revived cottage industry, local excitement fills the air. Visitors arrive from nearby Elterwater village to witness firsthand the skill and dedication exhibited by these talented women. It is an afternoon filled not only with industrious work but also camaraderie and shared knowledge within this tight-knit community. This engraving serves as a testament to the resilience and ingenuity found within small-scale industries that have stood the test of time. It reminds us that even amidst modernization and technological advancements, there is immense value in preserving traditional crafts that connect us to our heritage.
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