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Female homeworker using treadle spinning wheel, 1880 (engraving)
863950 Female homeworker using treadle spinning wheel, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Female homeworker using a treadle spinning wheel. Before the building of large factories and the coming of mass production, spinning was done by women in their own homes. Often the raw material to be spun was supplied by a middle man who collected the finished work and sold it on to weavers and factories. From "Great Industries of Great Britain" (London, c1880). Engraving.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38091390
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880 Baby Girls Ball Of Wool Craft Drawer Family With Two Children Fiber Great Industries Of Great Britain Home Interior Illustration Technique Lifestyles One Parent Sibling Sister Spindle Spinning Spinning Wheel Thread Three People Working From Home
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with this captivating engraving of a female homeworker using a treadle spinning wheel from 1880. A beautiful addition to any art collection, this Fine Art Print captures the essence of traditional craftsmanship and hard work.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving from 1880 showcases a female homeworker skillfully using a treadle spinning wheel in the comfort of her own home. In an era before large factories and mass production took over, women like her were responsible for spinning raw materials into thread that would eventually be used by weavers and factories.
The scene depicts a mother diligently working at her spinning wheel, with two young girls by her side observing the craft. The intricate details captured in this engraving highlight not only the artistry involved in spinning but also the familial aspect of this domestic work. The room is filled with furniture and furnishings typical of the time period, adding to the authenticity of the setting.
As she spins away, surrounded by her children, it's evident that this woman embodies resilience and dedication to providing for her family through honest labor. This image serves as a reminder of the important role women played in sustaining household economies during a time when industrialization was on the rise.
Through this historical snapshot, we are transported back to a simpler time when craftsmanship was valued and passed down through generations. The timeless beauty of this engraving captures both the essence of hard work and familial bonds that transcend centuries.
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