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Metal Print : Scotch Carpet Loom, Glasgow 1843
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Scotch Carpet Loom, Glasgow 1843
A weaver sits at a hand-operated Scotch carpet loom at a Glasgow carpet factory. The pattern is created using Jacquard punched cards which travel across the top of the loom. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Carpet Created Glasgow Jacquard Loom Operated Punched Scotch Scots Sits Weaver
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a weaver at work in a Glasgow carpet factory from 1843. The Scotch Carpet Loom comes to life in vivid detail, with the intricate Jacquard punched cards adding an extra layer of textural depth. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just a picture, they're a work of art that adds character and conversation to any space. Order yours today and step into the past.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in Glasgow, Scotland in 1843, offers a glimpse into the past of the Scottish textile industry during the 19th century. The image depicts a skilled weaver intently focused on his hand-operated Scotch carpet loom. The Scotch loom, a type of power loom that was popular in Scotland, was used to create intricate and detailed patterns in carpets. The weaver's deft movements are essential to the production process, as the patterns are not directly woven into the loom but rather created using Jacquard punched cards. These cards, which travel across the top of the loom, dictate the design and color sequence of the carpet being woven. The use of Jacquard cards revolutionized the textile industry, allowing for the mass production of complex patterns that were previously only achievable through hand-weaving. This innovation significantly increased the demand for carpets and contributed to the growth of the Scottish carpet industry. The image captures the dedication and craftsmanship required to operate the Scotch carpet loom. The weaver's intense concentration and the intricate machinery surrounding him highlight the intricacy and artistry involved in the creation of these beautiful carpets. The photograph is a testament to the rich textile heritage of Scotland and the important role that the Scotch carpet industry played in the country's economic and cultural development during the 1840s.
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