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Wheelwright hammering a metal cover onto a
Wheelwright hammering a metal cover onto a wooden wheel in a yard. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, Phillips, London, 1818
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Media ID 23158624
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Apprentice Arts Axle Hammer Labour Occupation Skilled Spoke Trades Useful Wheel Wheelwright Woodcut Workshop Yard
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring this captivating image of a Wheelwright at work. Reproduced from an original hand-colored woodcut engraving, this evocative print captures the essence of traditional craftsmanship. The intricate details of the Wheelwright's focused expression and the textured wood and metal surfaces bring history to life. Add this stunning print to your home or office to inspire creativity and appreciate the beauty of the past.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
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 portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Wheelwright at Work: The Art of Crafting Wheels This handcoloured woodcut engraving depicts a dedicated wheelwright in the midst of his craft, meticulously hammering a metal cover onto a wooden wheel in a quintessential English yard. The scene exudes an authentic and timeless essence of the 19th century, as captured in The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts, published by Phillips in London in 1818. The wheelwright, with his muscular arms and focused expression, expertly wields a large hammer to secure the metal cover onto the wooden wheel. The cover, designed to protect the wheel's wooden spokes and axle, is a crucial component of the wheel's durability and functionality. Surrounding the wheelwright, various tools of his trade are scattered across the yard, including spokes, axles, and other essential components. The intricate details of the engraving, from the texture of the wooden wheel to the folds in the wheelwright's clothing, offer a glimpse into the skilled labour and dedication required to master this ancient craft. The wheelwright's apprentice, observing in the background, hints at the long-standing tradition of passing down knowledge and expertise from one generation to the next. This enchanting image not only showcases the beauty and artistry of the wheelwright's occupation but also highlights the importance of skilled labour and the pride taken in the creation of essential items, such as wheels, that have been a vital part of human progress for centuries.
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