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Tailor at work on a garment
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Tailor at work on a garment
Tailor at work on a garment. Date: circa 1960s
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Aged Apron Balding Bench Braces Employment Garment Garments Glasses Hanging Hooks Sewing Shirt Shirtsleeves Spectacles Tailor Tailoring Tailors Textile Textiles Workbench Workplace Workshop
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This print from the 1960s captures a skilled tailor hard at work on a garment in his bustling workshop. The tailor, a middle-aged man with glasses and a balding head, is focused intently on his task as he meticulously sews together the fabric with precision and expertise.
Surrounded by hooks holding various garments, shelves of textiles, and hats hanging overhead, this snapshot provides a glimpse into the world of tailoring during this era. The tailor's shirt sleeves are rolled up as he dons an apron to protect his clothing from stray threads and dust.
The atmosphere in the workshop is one of industry and dedication, with tools scattered across the workbench where the tailor stands. His braces hang loosely around his shoulders as he leans over to inspect his handiwork.
This image not only showcases the craftsmanship involved in tailoring but also serves as a reminder of the importance of skilled tradesmen like this tailor who played an essential role in creating quality garments for their clients. It is a testament to both the history of textile production and the artistry that goes into creating each piece of clothing by hand.
In capturing this moment frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when attention to detail and pride in one's work were paramount values in every trade.
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