Manufacturing Collection (page 100)

Messrs Kynochs War Munition Factory
A page from the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News with pictures reporting on the work being done at Kynochs war munitions factory at Witton, Birmingham. Date: 1915

Girls at work making ammunition boxes, WW1
Young women manufacturing ammunition boxes, fixing together the dovetailed pieces at an unidentified British factory during the First World War. Date: 1915

WW2 - Artillery Factory in Siberia, Russia. The gun pictured is a Z1S-3 76.2-mm (3-in). Date: circa 1940

Hartford Rubber Works Co, Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Buildings of the Hartford Rubber Works Co, Hartford, Connecticut, USA. Date: circa 1900s

WW1 - British Aircraft Factory Date: circa 1917

Edwardian family group at Strathclyde, Offerton Lane, Stockport - members of the Battersby hat manufacturing family in their garden Date: circa 1905

Machine plank shop at Battersbys hatworks - the top end where more exposed drive belts run next to a table with hundreds of felt cones await the next stage of the manufacturing process Date: 1902

AELST, Pieter van (before1509-1555). The Mass of Saint Gregory. 16th c. Brussels manufacturing based on models of the Brussels painter Colijn de Coter

Virtues win to Vices. Prophet Zechariah
Crucifixion and Virtues win the battle to Vices. ca. 1510. Cloth number 7 of the series known as Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues. Detail of the prophet Zechariah. Manufacturing in Brussels

Virtues win to Vices. Prophet Isaiah
Crucifixion and Virtues win the battle to Vices. ca. 1510. Cloth number 7 of the series known as Redemption of Man or Vices and Virtues

Pastrana Tapestries, 1471 c Taking of Tanger
The Pastrana Tapestries: The taking og Tangier. ca. 1471 - 1475. Entry of the Portuguese army in the city, delivered by the lord of Asilah

Pastrana Tapestries, 1471 c Siege of Asilah
The Pastrana Tapestries: Siege of Asilah. ca. 1471 - 1475. Portuguese camp during the siege. Cloth number 2 of the series on the Conquest of Asilah and Tangier in 1471 by Alfonso V of Portugal

God creates woman. Flemish tapestry 1630 c
God creates Woman and introduces her to Adam. ca. 1630. Series of the Genesis or The Creation of Man. Cardboard after original of Michiel Coxcie. Manufacturing in Brussels by Jan Aerst

Cleopatra and her court. Flemish tapestry 16th c
Cleopatra and her court. 2nd half 16 c. Cleopatra receives a messenger. Series of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. Cardboard attributed to Pieter Coecke van Aelst. Possible manufacturing in Brussels

Afonso V of Portugal. Siege of Asilah, 1471
Alfonso V of Portugal, the African (1425-1481). King of Portugal (1438-1481). Detail of the King. Cloth number 2 of the series on the Conquest of Asilah and Tangier in 1471 by Alfonso V of Portugal

E8Siege of Asilah
The Pastrana Tapestries: Siege of Asilah. ca. 1471 - 1475. Detail of a Portuguese soldier during the siege. Cloth number 2 of the series on the Conquest of Asilah

Siege of Asilah
The Pastrana Tapestries: Siege of Asilah. ca. 1471 - 1475. Detail of the Portuguese fleet. Cloth number 2 of the series on the Conquest of Asilah and Tangier in 1471 by Alfonso V of Portugal

A casting-pit of a bell foundry, c. 1830. Date: c. 1830

Suffragette Clock Policeman Parliament
A suffragette Votes for Women clock showing a woman with sash, a policeman and the Houses of Parliament. The woman appears to be shouting whilst standing behind a brick wall

Women workers manufacturing synthetic phenol, WW1
Women munition workers testing the temperature of phenol as it runs into drums during the production of explosives. Date: 1918

Overalls for Women Workers, WW1
The Agricola outfit - strong, serviceable, well cut and becoming - idea for women workers on the land and available from the Cleveland Manufacturing Company. Date: 1918

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"Unveiling the Art of Manufacturing: From Bauhaus Building to Welsh Spinning Wheels" Step into the world of manufacturing, where innovation and craftsmanship intertwine. The iconic Bauhaus Building stands tall as a testament to architectural excellence, embodying the spirit of design in every corner. Delve deeper into the realm of engineering marvels with a glimpse inside the Napier Deltic engine's cross-section. Witness the intricate workings that power locomotives, as final gears are meticulously fitted by skilled hands. Travel back in time through an advert from Barry, Ostlere & Shepherd Ltd in Kirkcaldy - a window into their proud legacy of producing top-quality goods. Meanwhile, Singer Sewing Machines' factory in Clydebank hums with activity as countless garments come to life under its roof. Swindon becomes a hub for diesel locomotive production, showcasing how British expertise shapes rail transportation. Marvel at the mighty Napier Deltic rail traction diesel engine, propelling trains forward with unmatched efficiency. In times of war, manufacturing becomes synonymous with patriotism. A powerful WW2 poster reminds us that victory is within reach when we unite our efforts behind industry's relentless drive for progress. Venturing beyond metal and machinery, witness artisans blowing glass in 19th-century British factories - each delicate creation reflecting centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. Wallsend-on-Tyne proudly showcases its shipbuilding prowess; colossal vessels rise from humble beginnings thanks to dedicated workers' unwavering commitment. Finally, meet a Welsh woman gracefully spinning yarn on her wheel - an embodiment of cottage industries that once thrived across Wales. Her skillful hands keep alive ancient techniques while reminding us that manufacturing is not just about mass production but also preserving heritage and culture. From grand structures like Bauhaus buildings to humble spinning wheels tucked away in cottages – this captivating journey unveils how manufacturing has shaped our world throughout history – blending artistry and innovation to create a tapestry of progress.