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An Outdoor Scene of Women at Work, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
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An Outdoor Scene of Women at Work, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
An Outdoor Scene of Women at Work, (c1900). Women winding wool and using spinning wheels in Llangollen, north-east Wales. Print after a watercolour made late 18th-early 19th century by Julius Caesar Ibbetson. From English water-colour with reproductions of drawings by eminent painters, edited by Charles Holme, published by The Studio Library, [c1900]
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This print captures an enchanting outdoor scene of women hard at work in Llangollen, north-east Wales around the turn of the 20th century. The image showcases a cottage industry setting, where these industrious women are seen winding wool and skillfully operating spinning wheels. The photograph is actually a reproduction of a late 18th to early 19th-century watercolor by Julius Caesar Ibbetson, which was featured in the book "English water-colour with reproductions of drawings by eminent painters" edited by Charles Holme. The picturesque landscape surrounding them adds to the charm and regionalism depicted in this piece. It transports us back to a time when rural life and textile industries thrived in this Welsh village. Each woman's dedication to her profession is evident as they meticulously handle thread and yarn on their winding machines. Although we do not know who specifically captured this moment, it serves as a powerful metaphor for the strength and resilience of working women throughout history. Their contributions to the textile industry were invaluable, shaping both local economies and cultural traditions. This print from Heritage Images allows us to appreciate the beauty of their labor while honoring their legacy as skilled workers in an era defined by manual craftsmanship.
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