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Trades in Regency England: flannel market, copper
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Trades in Regency England: flannel market, copper
Trades in Regency England: flannel market, copper mines and shoe-maker. Man showing rolls of flannel cloth in Welchpool 46, miners digging for copper ore in Parys Mine, Anglesea 47, and cobblers making leather shoes on lasts in Stafford 48. Woodcut engraving from Rev. Isaac Taylors Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce, John Harris, London, 1823. Isaac Taylor was an English writer, artist, engraver and inventor 1787-1865
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This woodcut engraving from the Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce, published in London in 1823, offers a fascinating glimpse into the bustling trades of Regency England. The image is divided into three distinct scenes, each showcasing a different aspect of the industrial revolution that was transforming the country. In the first scene (46), we find ourselves in the heart of a flannel market in Welchpool. A man proudly displays rolls of flannel cloth, while customers haggle over prices and examine the merchandise. The production of flannel was a significant industry in Wales during this period, and its soft texture made it a popular choice for clothing. The second scene (47) takes us to the copper mines of Parys Mine in Anglesea. Miners are shown laboriously digging for copper ore, their faces etched with the grime and determination of their work. Copper was a valuable commodity in the 19th century, and its extraction was a crucial part of the industrial revolution. The third and final scene (48) transports us to a cobbler's workshop in Stafford. Cobblers are seen making leather shoes on lasts, a process that involved cutting, shaping, and stitching the leather to create a comfortable and durable footwear. The shoe-making industry was a labor-intensive one, and the use of lasts allowed for a more precise fit. This image, created by the English writer, artist, engraver, and inventor Rev. Isaac Taylor, provides a vivid snapshot of the diverse trades that thrived in Regency England. From the bustling flannel market to the laborious copper mines and the meticulous work of the cobblers, this engraving offers a fascinating glimpse into the industrial revolution and the various industries that shaped the country during this period.
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