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10 1 / 4 Double Damask Power Loom, Waringstown
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10 1 / 4 Double Damask Power Loom, Waringstown
10 1/4 Double Damask Power Loom, Waringstown - an interior shot of a man operating a power loom. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Waringstown). Date: circa early 1900s
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Damask Double Loom Operating Power Shot Waringstown
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10 1/4 Double Damask Power Loom, Waringstown: A Glimpse into the Past of Textile Manufacturing in Northern Ireland This evocative photograph captures the essence of textile manufacturing in Northern Ireland during the early 1900s. The image features a man intently operating a 10 1/4 Double Damask Power Loom in the quaint town of Waringstown, County Down. The interior of the workshop is filled with the hum of machinery and the soft clatter of shuttles, as the weaver expertly guides the threads, creating intricate damask patterns. The power loom, a testament to the Industrial Revolution, revolutionized the textile industry by automating the weaving process. The 10 1/4 Double Damask Power Loom, in particular, was renowned for its ability to produce high-quality, double-cloth damask fabric - a popular choice for tablecloths, runners, and other decorative textiles. The scene is set against a backdrop of rustic wooden beams, aged brick walls, and the warm, natural light filtering through the windows, creating a sense of authenticity and nostalgia. The man's focused expression and the meticulous arrangement of tools and materials around him emphasize the skill and dedication required to master this intricate craft. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of the textile workers who once thrived in the mills and workshops of Waringstown. Their stories, along with the rich textile heritage of Northern Ireland, continue to inspire and captivate us, reminding us of the importance of preserving our industrial past.
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