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Blacksmith using hammer and tongs to beat
Blacksmith using hammer and tongs to beat a piece of red-hot iron heated in a forge. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, Tabart, London, 1810
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1. Title: A Blacksmith at Work: The Art of Shaping Red-Hot Iron This handcoloured woodcut engraving depicts a blacksmith in the midst of his craft, skillfully using hammer and tongs to shape a piece of red-hot iron. The scene unfolds in a traditional forge, where the blacksmith, dressed in protective clothing including an apron, stands before an anvil, his face focused and determined. The red-hot iron, heated in the forge, is carefully extracted using a pair of long tongs. The blacksmith then positions the iron on the anvil and strikes it repeatedly with a large hammer. The forceful blows cause sparks to fly, adding to the intensity of the moment. In the background, various tools of the trade are visible, including a water trough, a rocker, and a pile of steel. These tools are essential for quenching the iron, shaping it, and removing impurities. The blacksmith's workshop is filled with the rhythmic sounds of hammering and the heat of the forge. This image captures the essence of the blacksmith's occupation, a skilled and labour-intensive craft that has been practiced for centuries. The apprentice, who stands to the side, observes intently, learning the techniques that will one day make him a master of this art. This evocative image, taken from "The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts," published in London in 1810, offers a glimpse into the world of a blacksmith, a vital and enduring part of our industrial heritage.
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