Roycroft Shop, East Aurora, N.Y. 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Roycroft Shop, East Aurora, N.Y. 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Roycroft Shop, East Aurora, N.Y. 1900. 2 men working at anvil and at table with wrought-iron chandelier in the Roycroft blacksmith shop (built 1899), Grove Street, East Aurora, New York
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Anvil Bib Overalls Blacksmith Blacksmiths Shop Chandelier Dungarees Iron Overalls Smithy Tools Wrought Iron Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, taken by the renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1900, transports us back in time to the bustling Roycroft Shop in East Aurora, New York. The image showcases two dedicated men at work in the blacksmith shop, located on Grove Street. The shop, built in 1899, is a testament to the rich heritage of American craftsmanship and the industrious spirit of the early 20th century. The man at the anvil, dressed in a heavy work shirt and bib overalls, is intently focused on shaping a piece of wrought iron with the help of a large hammer. His companion, seated at a nearby table, meticulously assembles intricate ironwork for the shop's renowned chandeliers. The chandelier suspended above them, with its delicate and intricate design, adds an elegant touch to the otherwise utilitarian setting. The men's clothing, reminiscent of the era's workwear, is a stark contrast to the fine details of their craft. Their hats are pulled low over their brows, shielding them from the heat and sparks generated by their labor. The shop's interior is filled with an array of tools and machinery, each one essential to the creation of the high-quality ironwork for which the Roycroft Shop was known. This photograph, now part of the Library of Congress's collection, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the daily life of the men who worked in the Roycroft Shop, contributing to the thriving arts and crafts movement in America during the early 1900s.
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