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TOOLS FOR MAKING VELVET
THE TOOLS FOR MAKING OF VELVET. Date: circa 1730
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1730 Machinery Textile Textiles Tools Velvet
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This image from the annals of textile history showcases an intricate and fascinating scene from the world of velvet production around the year 1730. The title, "Tools for Making Velvet," offers a glimpse into the complex process that transformed raw materials into the luxurious fabric prized by the elite. In the foreground, a skilled artisan meticulously cuts velvet piles using a pair of shears, while his assistant holds a roll of freshly woven fabric. The velvet, with its characteristic raised and piled surface, is the result of a labor-intensive weaving process, which involved the use of specialized looms and tools. Behind the artisans, a variety of tools and machinery are arranged, each with a specific role in the velvet-making process. A pair of velvet carders, resembling large combs, are used to remove any loose fibers and ensure a smooth surface. A set of velvet calendars, which resemble large, flat rollers, are used to press the velvet, helping to create the characteristic pile and texture. Additionally, a velvet beater, a large wooden mallet, is shown being used to raise the pile and create the distinctive nap. The presence of a velvet fulling mill, a large, cylindrical machine, suggests that the velvet was also being fulled, a process that involved the use of water and heavy rollers to compact the fabric and further develop the pile. This image offers a rare and captivating glimpse into the world of velvet production during the 18th century, a time when the textile industry was undergoing significant transformations. The intricate process depicted in this image speaks to the skill, dedication, and craftsmanship required to produce the luxurious velvet fabric that was so highly prized by the elite.
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