Weberstube / Weaving Room (colour litho)

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Weberstube / Weaving Room (colour litho)

8666283 Weberstube / Weaving Room (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weberstube. Die Weberei wurde im 19 Jahrh in mehreren Gegenden Deutschlands hauptsachlich noch als Hausindustrie betrieben. Die Konkurrenz der schneller arbeitenden Fabriken und die geringe Bezahlung der Heimarbeit fuhrte zu grosser wirtschaftlicher Not der Weber. In Schlesien, wo ihre Verelendung besonders gross war, kam es um die Mitte des 19 Jahrh zu erbitterten Aufstanden der Weber. Translation: Weaving Room. In the 19th century, weaving was still mainly a domestic industry in several areas of Germany. The competition from the faster working factories and the low pay for homework led to great economic hardship for the weavers. In Silesia, where their impoverishment was particularly great, bitter weaver revolts broke out in the middle of the 19th century. Illustration for Deutsche Kulturbilder, 1400-1900 (Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Hamburg-Bahrenfeld, 1934).); © Look and Learn

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Artisanal Craft Craft Industry Craftsmanship Handicrafts Homework Weaving

EDITORS COMMENTS
This colour lithograph captures the essence of a Weberstube, or weaving room, in 19th century Germany. The image depicts a scene from a time when weaving was still predominantly carried out as a domestic industry in various regions of the country. However, the weavers faced significant challenges due to competition from faster factories and low wages for their work. In particular, the weavers in Silesia experienced great economic hardship, leading to widespread poverty and desperation among them. This dire situation eventually culminated in bitter revolts by the weavers around the mid-19th century. The intricate details and vibrant colours of this print bring to life the struggles and resilience of these skilled artisans who fought against adversity to make ends meet through their craft. It serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by workers during this period of industrialization and economic upheaval. This artwork is not just a visual representation but also a historical narrative that sheds light on an important chapter in Germany's cultural and social history. It stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of those who laboured tirelessly in their Weberstuben despite facing overwhelming odds.

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