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Framed Print : Block Printing, Thomas Hoyles Print Works, Manchester 1843
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Block Printing, Thomas Hoyles Print Works, Manchester 1843
Block-printing a design onto a length of calico cloth at Thomas Hoyles Print Works, Manchester. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Block Calico Cloth Length Manchester Printing Textile Textiles Hoyle
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the captivating image of "Block Printing, Thomas Hoyles Print Works, Manchester 1843" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning vintage print showcases the intricate process of block printing on calico cloth, transporting you to the bustling textile factories of Manchester during the Industrial Revolution. Each print is carefully framed in a sleek and modern design, adding a touch of history and character to any room in your home or office. Bring the rich textile heritage of the past into your present with this beautiful and authentic framed print.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image transports us back to the heart of Manchester's thriving textile industry during the 1840s. At Thomas Hoyles Print Works, a skilled artisan meticulously applies a block print design to a length of calico cloth. The intricate pattern, which features delicate floral motifs and geometric shapes, is transferred from the carved wooden block to the fabric through the application of ink and careful pressure. The print works, established in Manchester – a city renowned for its textile manufacturing – was a hub of innovation and creativity. The use of block printing allowed for the mass production of intricately designed textiles, which were highly sought after both domestically and internationally. The process involved carving the design into a block, inking the block, and then pressing it onto the fabric. This labor-intensive method required a high degree of skill and precision, as each block had to be carved individually and aligned perfectly with the fabric to ensure a consistent and high-quality print. The calico cloth, a type of unbleached cotton fabric, was a popular choice for block printing due to its affordability and versatility. It was often used for clothing, bed linens, and other household textiles. The resulting designs were not only beautiful, but also functional, adding a touch of elegance and personality to everyday items. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the world of textile production during the 1840s, a time when Manchester was at the forefront of the textile industry and block printing played a significant role in shaping the textile landscape.
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