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The Big Hammer giving a blow of 3, 000 tons, used for heavy forging work in the Armstrong Whitworth, Elswick works, Newcastle on Tyne, England, founded in 1847 by engineer William George Armstrong

Orange Packing at Redlands, California, USA. After a photo-chromolithograph by an unidentified photographer, published circa 1899 by the Detroit Photographic Co; Redlands, California

Steam fire engine. From The National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge, published c.1890; Illustration

Illustration of the chef, from Paris Herself Again, published 1882; Illustration

Woman spinning, 19th century. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

A Sheffield cutler, in the 19th century. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

Ploughing the fields in 1900, horses and farmer with harvesting machine

The Cloth Hall in Leeds, 19th century. Buying and selling of cloth was done here. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

The cloth dresser. A cloth dresser was a skilled artisan who finished cloth. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

17th century chemists at work in their laboratory. After a work by Dutch illustrator and engraver Jan Luyken

Jane Avril dancing at the Jardin de Paris. 1893 poster by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, French artist, 1864-1901

Page from an illuminated manuscript, poems of Charles, Duke of Orleans. Flemish work of around 1500. From Britain and Her Neighbours, 1485 - 1688, published 1923

Divan Japonais. Poster, dated circa 1893-1894 by French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1864-1901. The poster was designed as an advertisement for the Divan Japonais

The Box with the Gilded Mask. Poster by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, French artist, 1864-1901. The poster was originally designed as a program for Marcel Luguets " Le

After a poster created for American ink manufacturer The Ault & Wiborg Co featuring a portrait of Emilienne d Alencon and Gabriel Tapie de Celeyran watching a performance at the cafe-concert Les

Miners at work in the 17th century. After a work by Dutch illustrator Caspar Luyken, 1672 - 1708

An Iron Forge. From a print by Richard Earlom, after a painting by English artist Joseph Wright of Derby. 18th century

L artisan moderne. Advertising poster from 1894 by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, French artist, 1864-1901

A Blacksmiths Shop. From a print by Richard Earlom, after a painting by English artist Joseph Wright of Derby. 18th century

Men cutting sugar cane in Queensland, Australia, from a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
Men cutting sugar cane in Queensland, Australia, from a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

An Australian gold prospector with camels. The use of camels was typical of the men that travelled across vast areas in Australia in search of quartz outcrops

A jinricksha or rickshaw boy from Africa. From a contemporary print, c. 1935
A jinricksha or rickshaw boy from Africa. From a contemporary print, c.1935

An Indian fruit seller, from a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
An Indian fruit seller, from a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

Three scenes from a slaughterhouse in Chicago, United States of America in 1892. 1. Hanging the pig. 2. Killing the pig 3. Scalding the pig. From La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, published 1892

Scene from a slaughterhouse in Chicago, United States of America in 1892. Scraping the bristles off the animals. From La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, published 1892

A native from Uganda carrying milk, from a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
A native from Uganda carrying milk, from a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

A peacock seller in India. Peacocks are sold for their meat and feathers. From a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
A peacock seller in India. Peacocks are sold for their meat and feathers. From a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

An Indian porter carrying a large basket of luggage on his head, India, from a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
An Indian porter carrying a large basket of luggage on his head, India, from a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

A woman carrying a large cane basket on her head, picking tea leaves, India. From a contemporary print, c. 1935
A woman carrying a large cane basket on her head, picking tea leaves, India. From a contemporary print, c.1935

Queen Mary inspecting the W. A. A. Cs (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) at Aldershot in 1916 during WWI
Queen Mary inspecting the W.A.A.Cs (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) at Aldershot in 1916 during WWI. Mary of Teck, 1867 - 1953. Queen consort of the United Kingdom as the wife of King George V

A Nottingham factory during World War One, workers making shell baskets in which projectiles were packed for safe transport. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

A family of alchemists at work. A 17th century illustration after a work by Pieter Bruegel

Nepali milkmaid. From a contemporary print, c. 1935
Nepali milkmaid. From a contemporary print, c.1935

Coaling a Royal Mail steam packet at Kingston, Jamaica in the 19th century. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

The building of the new castle on the Tyne, 1080. In 1080 William I sent his eldest son, Robert Curthose, north to defend the kingdom against the Scots

Penns marine engine factory, Greenwich, London, England, 19th century. Casting a great cylinder for a marine steam engine. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

The Indo-European telegraph, landing the cable in the mud at Fao, Persian Gulf. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

A Florentine printing house in the 16th century. After a 16th century engraving

Workers cutting the marble in the Marble Quarry, Fuenteheridos, Huelva, Spain in the 19th century. From La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, published 1892

Workers carving the marble at the Marble Quarry, Fuenteheridos, Huelva, Spain in the 19th century. This marble was later used in the construction of the monument to Christopher Columbus in La

Jane Avril poster by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, French artist, 1864-1901. French Can-can dancer Jane Avril, 1868-1943

A deep sea diver in thge 19th century. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June, 1894

A 19th century steam printing machine. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

World War Two Propaganda, General Motors, circa 1942; Artwork

Pakistan, restaurant services on trains, 1955

Archival color postcard of donkey cart with passenger, China, c 1910. (Photo by Allan Seiden)
Archival color postcard of donkey cart with passenger, China, c 1910. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

War Propaganda, World War 2, circa 1940; Artwork

Archival color postcard of three fishwives in Newhaven, England, Great Britain, c 1915
Archival color postcard view of three fishwives with fish in baskets in Newhaven, England, Great Britain, c 1915. (Photo by Allan Seiden, Legacy Archive/Getty Images)

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"Work: A Tapestry of Time and Struggle" In the spring of 1972, Ms. Magazine graced the shelves with its first issue, marking a pivotal moment in the feminist movement. As women fought for their rightful place in the workforce, this cover served as a powerful symbol of empowerment. Across the Atlantic, in Derbyshire, England, shire horses ploughed through fields with unwavering determination. Their labor spoke volumes about the resilience and dedication required to make ends meet. Meanwhile, an American Socialist poster from 1911 depicted a capitalist pyramid—a stark reminder of societal inequalities that plagued workers during that era. The struggle for fair wages and better working conditions echoed throughout history. Diego Rivera's mural at The Detroit Institute of Arts captured the essence within the automobile industry during the Great Depression. This masterpiece showcased both pride and hardship experienced by countless individuals who relied on this sector for their livelihoods. Gustave Caillebotte's painting "The Floor Planers" transported us back to 1875 Paris where manual labor was essential for progress. It highlighted how every stroke had purpose—each worker contributing to society's advancement. The Oseberg replica Viking ship reminded us that work has evolved over centuries; it represented exploration and trade routes carved out by brave sailors who risked everything for prosperity. Fast forward to more recent times—the iconic Range Rover Mk. 1 Classic became synonymous with hard work paying off—an emblematic vehicle representing success achieved through perseverance and dedication. At Butler's Wharf on pay day, workers eagerly awaited their well-earned wages—a momentary respite from daily struggles but also a reminder that financial stability remained elusive for many even then. Diego Rivera once again left his mark with a mural depicting pre-Columbian life in Mexico City—a testament to indigenous civilizations' industriousness long before modern notions emerged.