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Fret cutter at work, Broadwood piano factory, London
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Fret cutter at work, Broadwood piano factory, London
Fret cutter at work, Broadwood piano factory, Horseferry Road, Westminster, London. Date: 1842
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This image captures the intricate process of fret cutting at the Broadwood piano factory in London during the 1840s. The man in the photograph, dressed in a white shirt and waistcoat, intently focuses on his work as he carefully shapes the wooden fret with a sharp tool. The room is filled with the hum of machinery and the faint scent of fresh wood. The Broadwood piano factory, located on Horseferry Road in Westminster, was a pioneering force in the piano manufacturing industry during the Victorian era. The company, founded in 1795, was renowned for its high-quality pianos, which were in great demand due to the growing popularity of music and piano playing during this period. The process of fret cutting was a crucial aspect of piano manufacturing. The frets, thin strips of wood or metal, were essential for the proper functioning of the piano. They helped to regulate the distance between the strings and the hammers, ensuring that each note was played with the correct tone and pitch. The fret cutter's meticulous work was essential to producing a piano that met Broadwood's exacting standards. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Broadwood piano factory and the dedication of the skilled craftsmen who brought these magnificent instruments to life. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and artistry of the Victorian era, a time when industry and craftsmanship came together to create works of beauty and functionality.
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