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Making Collection (page 9)

From Betsy Ross stitching the first American flag to Coopers crafting wooden barrels, the art has shaped our history

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Making Collection: Hour and day dial originating from Brabant (oil on panel)
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Making Collection: Smoke
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Making Collection: Boy building a model airplane while other children look on, FSA labor camp, Robstown, Tex. 1942
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Making Collection: Boy building a model airplane as girl watches, FSA... camp, Robstown, Tex. 1942
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Making Collection: The Forge of Vulcan (oil on canvas)
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Making Collection: John Lombe attacked by Italians while on a visit to Italy to investigate spinning machines
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Making Collection: Are you doing anything toward this? (colour litho)
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Making Collection: The Troubles of an Artists Wife (engraving)
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Making Collection: Gun Manufacturer (engraving)
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Making Collection: Man making advances on fashionable lady (colour photo)
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Making Collection: Spooning in the dressing room (chromolitho)
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Making Collection: Young farm boy, near Medford, Jackson County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Making Collection: Hot cores to be used by the U.S. Army to make molds for meat... New Britain, Connecticut, 1943
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Making Collection: A core blowing machine, New Britain, Connecticut, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
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Making Collection: Farm women working on quilt, near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939
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Making Collection: The Basketmaker, c. 1925 (oil on canvas)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Shylock, progressive pictures (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Falstaff, progressive pictures (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: King Lear, progressive pictures (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: King Lear (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: The Straw Plaiters
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: The Apothecary, head study (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Othello (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Shylock (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Three Mice Went into the Barn to Spin (colour litho)
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Making Collection: Women workers making skirts in a fashion house (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Sir Thomas More in his Garden at Chelsea (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: St Dunstan (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Romeo (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Bottom the Weaver (b / w photo)
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Making Collection: Mr Gladstone making his last Speech in the House of Commons as Prime Minister, 1 March 1894
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Making Collection: Shooting for the Queens Prize at Bisley, Major Pollock making the Winning Hit (engraving)
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Making Collection: Theatrical make-up: Fleury (b / w photo)


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From Betsy Ross stitching the first American flag to Coopers crafting wooden barrels, the art has shaped our history. As depicted in Henry Mosler's painting, we witness the dedication and skill required to create something meaningful. Just like the intricate Bayeux Tapestry that tells the story of the Battle of Hastings, every stitch and thread holds significance. Even honey bees diligently constructing their honeycomb remind us that nature itself is a master maker. In times of war, making took on new forms as seen through Women's Institute activities during World War I. Their resourcefulness and creativity helped sustain communities amidst chaos. However, not all creations were noble; German propaganda posters during WWI aimed to manipulate minds with their crafty designs. Artistic endeavors also found their place in literature, such as Mr. Bingley's anticipation for an artwork in Pride & Prejudice or Muriel Dawson's charming illustration titled 'Little Miss Natty Fingers. ' These pieces demonstrate how making transcends mediums and captures emotions. Even sports have witnessed moments where making takes center stage – Compton and Edrich leaving the Oval pitch after a game in 1953 symbolizes both triumphs achieved through teamwork and individual craftsmanship. Lastly, let us not forget about timekeeping instruments like Tompion's Lantern Clock – a testament to precision engineering throughout history. Whether it be sewing flags or creating cider presses, these snapshots from different eras highlight humanity's innate desire to make something lasting. The act of creation connects us across time and cultures; it is an expression of our ingenuity and passion.