Needles: Cutting from steel wire (1), flattening end (4), stamping eye (2), punching eye (3), filing eye and pointing end (7), polishing (8). Specific monotonous task. Process virtually unchanged for nearly 200 years

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Needles: Cutting from steel wire (1), flattening end (4), stamping eye (2), punching eye (3), filing eye and pointing end (7), polishing (8). Specific monotonous task. Process virtually unchanged for nearly 200 years

542210 Needles: Cutting from steel wire (1), flattening end (4), stamping eye (2), punching eye (3), filing eye and pointing end (7), polishing (8). Specific monotonous task. Process virtually unchanged for nearly 200 years. From Diderot Encyclopedie Paris 1751-1780.; Universal History Archive/UIG

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1751 1780 Cutting Denis 1713 1784 Denis Diderot Diderot Diderot Denis 1713 1784 Encyclopedie End 18th C Filing Flattening Metals Needles Pointing Polishing Process Punching Stamping Steel Task Wire Years

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This print captures the intricate process of creating needles, a task that has remained virtually unchanged for nearly 200 years. The image showcases each step in detail: cutting steel wire, flattening the end, stamping and punching the eye, filing and pointing the end, and finally polishing to perfection. The monotonous yet precise nature of this process is evident in the careful craftsmanship displayed in each stage. From Diderot's Encyclopedie in Paris during the late 18th century, this historical documentation sheds light on an industry that has long been essential for everyday life. Denis Diderot's meticulous attention to detail is reflected in this image, highlighting not only the technical skill required but also the dedication to quality that has stood the test of time. The artistry involved in creating something as seemingly simple as a needle is truly remarkable. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the importance of tradition and innovation working hand-in-hand. This timeless practice serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance throughout centuries past and present.

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