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Technique Collection (page 9)

Technique is the thread that weaves together the tapestry of human ingenuity and craftsmanship

Background imageTechnique Collection: Pochoir technique - Stylish Art Deco Greetings Card

Pochoir technique - Stylish Art Deco Greetings Card
Stylish Art Deco Greetings Card created using the Pochoir (French: stencil) technique, a highly refined method of making fine limited editions of stencil prints

Background imageTechnique Collection: Riddarholm Ship. 1520s

Riddarholm Ship. 1520s
Riddarholm Ship. Built in the 1520s in oak. Found in the Riddarholm Canal. Medieval Museum. Stockholm. Sweden

Background imageTechnique Collection: Professors T Child dowsing for Water, Pemfega, Portugal

Professors T Child dowsing for Water, Pemfega, Portugal
Professors T Child of Ipswich dowsing for water in a vineyard, Pemfega, Portugal.. In 1902 twelve residents of Flowton (a small village near Ipswich)

Background imageTechnique Collection: Japanese Ceramic Artist decorating a large vase

Japanese Ceramic Artist decorating a large vase
An effective and unusual postcard illustration depictng a Japanese Ceramic Artist decorating a large vase. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageTechnique Collection: Calbourne, Isle of Wight, Hants - Dressing watermill stone

Calbourne, Isle of Wight, Hants - Dressing watermill stone
Calbourne, Isle of Wight, Hampshire - " Dressing the stone" at the watermill. Date: circa 1950s

Background imageTechnique Collection: The fishing area at Beykoz - nets hung from poles

The fishing area at Beykoz - nets hung from poles, which are pulled up as the shoal moves over the area. Date: 1923

Background imageTechnique Collection: Loom. 19th century. Hungary

Loom. 19th century. Hungary
Loom for making rugs for the dowry of Hungarian women. 19th century. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary

Background imageTechnique Collection: Rug. 1890-1902. Romania

Rug. 1890-1902. Romania
Rug, probably made for sale. 1890-1902. From Andrasfalva (Maneuti, Romania). Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary

Background imageTechnique Collection: Rugs. 20th century. Csik, Romania

Rugs. 20th century. Csik, Romania
Woven rugs. 20th century. From Csik, Romania. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary

Background imageTechnique Collection: Rugs. 19th century. Hungary

Rugs. 19th century. Hungary
Rugs in a room dedicated to working women and the beginning of the industry. Interior. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary

Background imageTechnique Collection: The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. Aroun

The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. Aroun
The Roskilde cross. Byzantine reliquary cross of gold. The front side is decorated with 7 pearls and 15 gems. Around 1100. Found in the rood arch crucifix of Roskilde Cathedral. Denmark

Background imageTechnique Collection: Trepanned skull of a man. 3500-3400 BC. Denmark

Trepanned skull of a man. 3500-3400 BC. Denmark
Trepanned skull of a man. 21-35 years old. 3500-3400 BC. From Dojringe Mose, Zealand. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark

Background imageTechnique Collection: Trepanned skull. Neolithic Period. Denmark

Trepanned skull. Neolithic Period. Denmark
Trepanned skull. From a grave in Naes, Falster. Neolithic. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark

Background imageTechnique Collection: Greek Art. Red figure pottery. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copen

Greek Art. Red figure pottery. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhague. Denmark

Background imageTechnique Collection: Hiroshige woodcut - Full Moon on Kanazawa

Hiroshige woodcut - Full Moon on Kanazawa
Reproduction of a woodcut by Ando Hiroshige (1797-1858) entitled: Full Moon on Kanazawa'. Date: circa early 19th century

Background imageTechnique Collection: Hiroshige woodcut - Mochizuki: Moonlight

Hiroshige woodcut - Mochizuki: Moonlight
Reproduction of a woodcut by Ando Hiroshige (1797-1858) entitled: Mochizuki: Moonlight'. Date: circa early 19th century

Background imageTechnique Collection: Hiroshige woodcut - Taisha: Misty Morning

Hiroshige woodcut - Taisha: Misty Morning
Reproduction of a woodcut by Ando Hiroshige (1797-1858) entitled: Taisha: Misty Morning'. Date: circa early 19th century

Background imageTechnique Collection: Hiroshige woodcut - Shisaku in Snow

Hiroshige woodcut - Shisaku in Snow
Reproduction of a woodcut by Ando Hiroshige (1797-1858) entitled Shisaku in Snow'. Date: circa early 19th century

Background imageTechnique Collection: Infrared photograph of Sicilian temple

Infrared photograph of Sicilian temple
Infrared photograph taken of old temple of Girgenti in Valle dei Templi, Agrigento, Sicily, photographed by Professor Robert Williams Wood. Date: 1911

Background imageTechnique Collection: Putting up Curtains

Putting up Curtains
Curtains can make a room. Material and pattern are foremost, followed by hanging technique. Be sure to have plenty of hooks or rings and a generous amount of material Date: 1940s

Background imageTechnique Collection: Canada - Hamilton Bay - Ice Harvest - Sawing ice sheet

Canada - Hamilton Bay - Ice Harvest - Sawing ice sheet
Canada - Hamilton Bay, Ontario - Ice Harvest - Sawing ice sheet Date: 1912

Background imageTechnique Collection: Girls in Japan being instructed in chanoyu or tea ceremony

Girls in Japan being instructed in chanoyu or tea ceremony
Girls in Japan being instructed in chanoyu or the tea ceremony. Knowledge of the behavious involved in this is thought essential for every well-educated Japanese girl. Date: 1932

Background imageTechnique Collection: A. F. Wilding, Wimbledon champ, demonstrates tennis strokes

A. F. Wilding, Wimbledon champ, demonstrates tennis strokes
Double page spread from The Sketch magazine featuring the New Zealand-born four times Wimbledon tennis champion, Anthony Wilding demonstrating various strokes, shots and grips



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Technique is the thread that weaves together the tapestry of human ingenuity and craftsmanship. From ancient civilizations to modern times, it has been the driving force behind remarkable achievements in various fields. In 1903, on a serene green field in Britain, a game of bowls unfolded with precision and finesse. The players showcased their technique, carefully calculating each move to outwit their opponents. Meanwhile, in another corner of England, a rhubarb forcing pot was delicately tended to by skilled hands. This technique ensured that this vibrant vegetable grew plump and tender for culinary delights. Across continents and centuries, pottery artisans at Poole Pottery shaped pots on potters' wheels using time-honored techniques passed down through generations. Each turn of the wheel transformed clay into artistry. Scientific breakthroughs also owe much to technique. In 1954, a mass spectrometer unveiled its secrets as scientists meticulously analyzed particles with unparalleled precision—an achievement made possible by mastering intricate techniques. The power extended even onto turbulent waters as Greek triremes sailed majestically through waves. Engraved depictions captured the mastery required to navigate these vessels—a testament to maritime skill honed over years. In laboratories around the world, supersonic shock waves were visualized through Schlieren images—techniques revealing hidden phenomena otherwise invisible to our eyes. These captivating visuals highlighted scientific prowess at work. From across oceans came an insight into Native American culture—the meticulous process behind Navajo Indian rug making in the USA. Every stitch woven with care showcased ancestral knowledge preserved through generations—a true embodiment of technique's legacy. Traveling further eastward brought us to Uganda where craftsmen stripped bark from barkcloth trees using practiced movements—a traditional method cherished for its role in cultural ceremonies and fabric production alike. Even within artistic realms like literature flourished Francesco Accolti's poetic genius—his words crafted with literary techniques that captivated readers and stood the test of time.