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Man, woman & small boy working wheel for combing long staple wool into slivers for
Man, woman & small boy working wheel for combing long staple wool into slivers for worsted manufacture. Substitution of wheel for hand combing meant more of fleece could be used. Cheaper and coarser form of worsted resulted. Wood engraving c1845
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C1845 Child Combing Female Fleece Form Hand Industrial Labour Long Male Manufacture Mechanisation Revolution Small Textiles Wheel Wood Wool Working Cheaper Meant Resulted Staple Substitution Worsted
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In this wood engraving from 1845, we are transported back to the heart of Britain's industrial revolution. The image depicts a man, woman, and small boy diligently working together around a large wheel. Their task? Combing long staple wool into slivers for the production of worsted textiles. This substitution of the wheel for hand combing marked a significant advancement in manufacturing techniques. By mechanizing this process, more of the precious fleece could be utilized, leading to increased efficiency and reduced costs. However, as with any innovation, there were trade-offs. The resulting worsted fabric became cheaper and coarser in form compared to its traditional counterpart. The composition beautifully captures the essence of labor during this transformative period in England's history. Each figure plays their part – the man exerting his strength on the wheel while carefully guiding the wool fibers; the woman meticulously combing through each strand; and finally, the small boy eagerly assisting alongside them. Beyond its historical significance lies an intimate portrayal of family dynamics within an industrial setting. It reminds us that even amidst technological advancements and economic progress, human connection remains at our core. As we observe this remarkable scene frozen in time through intricate engravings on wood, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come since then - yet also reflect upon what may have been lost along our journey towards modernization.
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