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Native Carpenters - India
Native Carpenters - India - using rules, planes and chisels. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 18073963
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Artisans Carpenter Carpenters Carpentry Chisels Craft Craftsmen Cross Legged Cuts Cutting Floor Measuring Reed Rules Screen Shaving Shavings Woodworking
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich cultural heritage of India through the captivating image of Native Carpenters at work. This fine art print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to circa 1903. The artisans are meticulously crafting intricate designs using traditional tools such as rules, planes, and chisels. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office décor and bring a touch of history and world art into your space. Our Media Storehouse range of fine art prints are available under rights managed licensing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your enjoyment.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken circa 1903, offers a glimpse into the daily life of native carpenters in India as they meticulously craft their wooden creations. Seated on the floor with cross-legged ease, these skilled artisans demonstrate their mastery of the carpenter's tools: rules, planes, and chisels. The carpenter in the foreground uses a plane, its sharp blade glinting in the sunlight, to shave off thin slices of wood. A reed screen and other intricately designed pieces can be seen behind him, evidence of the exquisite craftsmanship that these carpenters are known for. The use of rules and planes is evident in the precision of their work, as they carefully measure and cut each piece to fit perfectly. The shavings that litter the floor are testament to their dedication and the time-honored tradition of their craft. The carpenters' concentration is palpable, their focus unwavering as they work in harmony, creating beautiful pieces of woodwork that have been a part of Indian culture for generations. This photograph offers a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives of these native carpenters and their dedication to their craft. The use of natural light and the simple, unadorned setting serve to highlight the beauty and simplicity of their work, making this a truly captivating image from the early 1900s.
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