CROCKERY MENDER 1850

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CROCKERY MENDER 1850

A crockery mender. Date: 1850

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1850 Crockery Household Items Mender Trades

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Crockery Mender, 1850 This image, captured in the year 1850, portrays a skilled artisan at work on the streets of a bustling Victorian era town. The tradesman, identified as a crockery mender, is intently focused on his task, meticulously repairing chipped and broken ceramic items on a makeshift table. The scene is set against the backdrop of a busy street, with passersby and other street vendors visible in the background. The crockery mender's portable workstation is filled with an array of tools and supplies, including a hammer, chisels, and various types of clay. He expertly applies the clay to the damaged areas of the ceramic pieces, smoothing them out with his fingers before allowing them to dry. Once dry, the repaired items would be fired in a kiln to ensure a strong bond and a seamless finish. The trade of a crockery mender was an essential one, as households relied on their ceramic dishes and other items for daily use. The cost of replacing broken or chipped pieces could be prohibitive for many families, making the services of a skilled mender invaluable. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a tradesperson during the Victorian era, showcasing the importance of repair and the ingenuity of the common man in making do with what they had. The rich details in this photograph, from the intricately patterned ceramic pieces to the textures of the mender's clothing, transport us back in time and offer a fascinating window into the past.

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