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Fine Art Print : Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Note boy on right employed to crawl under threads & sweep up
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Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Note boy on right employed to crawl under threads & sweep up
Cotton manufacture: mule spinning. Note boy on right employed to crawl under threads & sweep up. Self-acting mule of type devised by Richard Roberts 1825. Roof of building supported by iron trusses. Engraving c1830
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1825 Building C1830 Child Cotton Crawl Devised Employed Industrial Iron Labour Manufacture Mechanisation Mill Mule Note Revolution Richard Roberts Roof Spinning Supported Sweep Textiles Threads Type Trusses
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of textile manufacturing with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases the intricacies of cotton manufacture during the 19th century, featuring a self-acting mule spinning machine designed by Richard Roberts in 1825. Witness the precision and innovation of the time as raw cotton is transformed into thread. The scene is further brought to life by the presence of a young boy on the right, meticulously sweeping up stray threads that have escaped the machinery. This print, taken from the Universal Images Group archive, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the iron trusses supporting the building's roof and the dedication of the workforce. Bring the history of textile manufacturing into your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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 33.9cm (21" x 13.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to the heart of Britain's industrial revolution. The image showcases a cotton mill, where the mechanization of textile production was in full swing. In this particular scene, we witness the intricate process of mule spinning, a technique devised by Richard Roberts in 1825. The focal point of the photograph is an impressive self-acting mule, surrounded by iron trusses that support the roof of the building. This innovative machinery symbolizes progress and marks a significant shift towards automation in manufacturing. However, what truly captures our attention is the young boy on the right side of the frame. Employed as part of his daily labor, this child crawls under threads with remarkable agility and sweeps up any debris left behind during production. His presence serves as a stark reminder that even amidst technological advancements and industrial growth, manual labor still played an integral role in these early factories. This poignant engraving from around 1830 encapsulates both the marvels brought about by mechanization and its impact on human lives. It invites us to reflect upon not only how far we have come since then but also reminds us to appreciate those who labored tirelessly during this transformative era in history.
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