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The Shoemaker (engraving)
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The Shoemaker (engraving)
3646629 The Shoemaker (engraving) by Amman, Jost (1539-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shoemaker. Illustration for Kulturgeschichtliches Bilderbuch aus drei Jahrhunderten by Georg Hirth (Leipzig and Munchen, 1881-90). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Cobblers Employment Footwear Jobs Leather Leathers Occupations Patent Leather Professions Shoemakers Shoemaking Shoes Trades Wokrker Workshop Workshops Laborer Labourer Swissman Tradesman Tradesmen
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The Shoemaker - A Glimpse into 16th Century Trades and Craftsmanship
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. This photo print, titled "The Shoemaker" takes us back in time to the bustling workshop of a skilled shoemaker in 16th century Germany. The engraving, created by Jost Amman and featured in Georg Hirth's Kulturgeschichtliches Bilderbuch aus drei Jahrhunderten (1881-90), offers a fascinating insight into the world of historical employment and craftsmanship. In this meticulously cleaned image, we witness the laborious process of shoemaking unfold before our eyes. The dedicated worker is engrossed in his craft, surrounded by an array of tools and materials essential for creating fine footwear. With utmost precision, he shapes leather pieces, stitches them together with expertise, and carefully molds each shoe to perfection. This snapshot from history not only showcases the artistry involved in cobbling but also highlights the significance of tradesmen like these within society. Their dedication to their profession ensured that people had access to quality footwear during a time when shoes were considered essential items for protection and status. As we admire this remarkable piece of Germanic culture captured through Amman's engraving technique, let us appreciate the rich heritage embedded within every stitch. It serves as a reminder that behind every pair of shoes lies an artisan's skillful hands – hands that have shaped history one step at a time.
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