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Chairs to mend (coloured engraving)
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Chairs to mend (coloured engraving)
558329 Chairs to mend (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chairs to mend. Cries of London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 23491838
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Business Business Enterprises Corporations Cries Free Trade Goods Transport Mend Mender Restorer Single Chairs Trades Wicker Furnish Home Furnishing Upholstered Goods
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This vibrant coloured engraving by Thomas Rowlandson titled "Chairs to Mend" captures the bustling streets of London in the 18th century. The image showcases a variety of characters engaged in the furniture restoration trade, highlighting the commerce and craftsmanship that thrived during this era. In the foreground, we see a skilled chair mender diligently working on a wicker chair while accompanied by his loyal canine companion. His walking stick and cane symbolize his authority as a respected tradesman. Surrounding him are single chairs awaiting repair, showcasing the demand for his services. The scene is filled with other individuals involved in different aspects of the furniture business. From restorers to upholsterers, each person plays an essential role in ensuring that these pieces of furniture are brought back to their former glory. Rowlandson's attention to detail brings this lively street scene to life, capturing not only the physical labor but also the spirit and energy of London's cries and bustling trade. This print serves as a testament to both individual artisans and larger corporations who contributed to London's thriving economy through free trade and business enterprises. Overall, "Chairs to Mend" offers us a glimpse into an important aspect of daily life during this time period while celebrating craftsmanship, commerce, and community within London's busy streetscape.
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