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Fine Art Print : Scotch Carpet Loom, Glasgow 1843
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Scotch Carpet Loom, Glasgow 1843
A weaver sits at a hand-operated Scotch carpet loom at a Glasgow carpet factory. The pattern is created using Jacquard punched cards which travel across the top of the loom. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Carpet Created Glasgow Jacquard Loom Operated Punched Scotch Scots Sits Weaver
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of a weaver at work in a Glasgow carpet factory from 1843. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate process of creating intricate patterns on a Scotch carpet loom using Jacquard punched cards. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of historical charm to your home or office decor with this stunning Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in Glasgow, Scotland in 1843, offers a glimpse into the past of the Scottish textile industry during the 19th century. The image depicts a skilled weaver intently focused on his hand-operated Scotch carpet loom. The Scotch loom, a type of power loom that was popular in Scotland, was used to create intricate and detailed patterns in carpets. The weaver's deft movements are essential to the production process, as the patterns are not directly woven into the loom but rather created using Jacquard punched cards. These cards, which travel across the top of the loom, dictate the design and color sequence of the carpet being woven. The use of Jacquard cards revolutionized the textile industry, allowing for the mass production of complex patterns that were previously only achievable through hand-weaving. This innovation significantly increased the demand for carpets and contributed to the growth of the Scottish carpet industry. The image captures the dedication and craftsmanship required to operate the Scotch carpet loom. The weaver's intense concentration and the intricate machinery surrounding him highlight the intricacy and artistry involved in the creation of these beautiful carpets. The photograph is a testament to the rich textile heritage of Scotland and the important role that the Scotch carpet industry played in the country's economic and cultural development during the 1840s.
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