Workshop Collection (page 97)

BLACKSMITH: WRIT, 1786. A Massachusetts blacksmith served with a writ of attachment for debt during Shays Rebellion in 1786. Engraving, 19th century

NAST: SANTA CLAUS, 1866. Wood engraving after Thomas Nast, 1866

GUTENBERG & PRINTING PRESS. Gutenberg (1400?-1468) examining a proof. Line engraving after a bas-relief on the pedestal of the Gutenberg monument in Mainz, Germany

COLONIAL CURRIER, 18th C. A colonial American currier. Color line engraving, late 18th century

CABINETMAKERs WORKSHOP. A 18th century French cabinetmakers workroom, strewn with tools and materials in that state of disorder which sometimes bespeaks confident craftsmanship

PARISIAN PRINT SHOP. The making of copper-plate engravings in a Parisian print shop. Copper engraving, French, 1643

WOMAN PRINTER, c1850. Wood engraving, c1850

BANK OF ENGLAND, 1854. The banknote printing room at the Bank of England. Wood engraving, English, 1854

HAND PRINTING-PRESS, 1890. Banknote printing-press at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington, D. C
HAND PRINTING-PRESS, 1890. Banknote printing-press at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington, D.C. Line engraving, 1890

POTTERY, 18th CENTURY. Paints were prepared at the table (C), applied by the artists working at a work bench placed in a good light (D), and baked on in the little oven at the rear (A)

FEATHERS, 18th CENTURY. A French plumassier. Line engraving, French, 18th century

ETCHER AND ENGRAVER. An etcher and an engraver at work in a French copperplate workshop. Etching by Abraham Bosse, 1643

POTTERY, 18th CENTURY. The clay, being very hard, was broken up by sledges (A), ground in a mortar (B) and sifted free of pebbles (C)

ETCHER, 18th CENTURY. An etcher and his assistant at work. Engraving, Italian, 18th century

POTTERY, 18th CENTURY. A French potters workshop. Line engraving, French, late 18th century

JEWELERs WORKSHSOP. Line engraving, French, mid-18th century

JEWELERs WORKSHOP. Line engraving, French, 18th century

WHEELWRIGHT, 18th CENTURY. Assembling wheels in a workshop. Copper engraving, 18th century

JOINERs SHOP. Inside the joiners shop. One sawyer handles the ripsaw (a) and another the crosscut saw (b). At the far worktables, the two-man plane (e) and brace-and-bit (d) are in use

SILVERSMITH, 1750. The interior of a silversmiths workshop. Engraving, c1750

GLASS MANUFACTURE, 1751. Manufacturing plate glass: preparing to hoist the ladle of molten glass and swing it over the casting table. Line engraving, from L Encyclopedie of Denis Diderot, French, 1751

LONDON: PRINTING OFFICE. The Victoria Press in Great Coram Street, London, England, for the employment of women as compositors. Wood engraving, English, 1861

METALWORK, 18th CENTURY. The workshop of a silversmith or goldsmith. Line engraving, French, 18th century

TRADES: PEWTERER. Line engraving after a 16th century woodcut by Jost Amman

CARPENTER, 1800. American engraving

BLACKSMITH, 1871. Basil the Blacksmith. American line engraving

GOLDSMITH, c1650. A goldsmiths workshop. Line engraving, English, c1650

PRINTING OFFICE, 1619. Interior of a printing office. Color German engraving, 1619

SKIRT FACTORY, 1859. A workroom in Douglas & Sherwoods skirt factory in New York City: engraving, 1859

WOMAN PRINTER, c1850. American typefounders cut

PRINT SHOP, PARIS, 1751. The composing room of a print shop: engraving for Denis Diderots Encyclopedie
PRINT SHOP, PARIS, 1751. The composing room of a print shop: engraving for Denis Diderots " Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers, " Paris, 1751

PRINT SHOP PRESS ROOM, 1751. The press room of a print shop: engraving for Denis Diderots Encyclopedie
PRINT SHOP PRESS ROOM, 1751. The press room of a print shop: engraving for Denis Diderots " Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers", Paris, 1751

COLONIAL JEWELLER, 18th C. A colonial American jeweller: engraving, late 18th century

JOHANN GUTENBERG (c1395-1468) taking the first proof printed from movable type. Steel engraving, 19th century

COLONIAL HATTER. A colonial American hatter. Line engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL JEWELLER. A colonial American jeweller. Line engraving, late 18th century

WILLIAM CAXTON (1422-1491). First English printer. The first sheet from Caxtons press. Engraving, 19th century, after a painting by E.H. Wehnert

PRINTING, 16th CENTURY. The printing of books. Line engraving after a 16th century French manuscript illumination

JOHANN GUTENBERG (c1400-1468). German printer. Steel engraving, American, 1869

COLONIAL BLACKSMITH. A colonial American blacksmith. Line engraving, late 18th century

COLONIAL POTTER. A colonial American potter assisted by indentured servants. Line engraving, late 18th century

FRANCE: PRINT SHOP, 1751. The press room of a print shop. Line engraving, from L Encyclopedie of Denis Diderot, French, 1751

HARNESS MAKERS, c1830. Wood engraving, American, c1830

PRINTING PRESS, 1805. Charles Stanhopes stereotype press, invented in 1805. Wood engraving, German, 19th century

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1903 machine and large camp building where it was housed, and smaller building used as a workshop and living quarters at Kill Devil Hills. Date 1903 Nov. 24

Wright brothers rebuilding their glider in a wooden shed erected in July to serve as a workshop and to house the glider in bad weather, August, 1901; Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Date 1901 Aug

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Step into the world of craftsmanship and creativity with a glimpse into various workshops throughout history. Witness Coopers at work making wooden barrels, their skilled hands shaping each stave with precision. Enter the workshop of a cooper, where the sweet scent of freshly cut wood fills the air, as intricate barrels come to life. Join Captain Scott in his workshop on board Terra Nova, where meticulous planning takes place for daring expeditions. Marvel at his attention to detail as he prepares for treacherous journeys across icy landscapes. Immerse yourself in the bustling workshop of a carpenter and joiner, surrounded by sawdust and the symphony of hammers meeting nails. Witness their mastery as they transform raw timber into functional pieces that stand the test of time. Travel back in time to witness a medieval goldsmith at work, delicately crafting intricate jewelry fit for royalty. Admire their skillful manipulation of precious metals, turning them into works of art that shimmer under candlelight. Feel the rumble beneath your feet as you step inside a roaring 1975 Harley Davidson workshop. Watch mechanics meticulously tinker with engines and chrome details until these iconic motorcycles are ready to hit open roads once again. Enter a dressmaker's workshop filled with colorful fabrics and patterns strewn about like confetti. Here, talented seamstresses bring dreams to life through needle and thread, creating garments that make hearts skip a beat. Transport yourself back to late 1800s Cornwall in Trenear's Wheelwright shop - inhale the scent of fresh-cut timber mingling with iron shavings from wagon wheels being crafted by skilled artisans who keep transportation rolling smoothly. Discover an enchanting bookbinding workshop where ancient techniques meet modern innovation. Observe nimble fingers delicately stitching pages together while rich leather covers are embossed with timeless designs – preserving knowledge within beautifully bound volumes. Glimpse Swindon Works c1860 - an industrial marvel where steam engines come to life.