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Fine Art Print : Oil leather fulling stocks at leather factory, south London
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Oil leather fulling stocks at leather factory, south London
Oil leather fulling stocks (with heavy wooden hammers, used for producing wash leather or chamois leather) at the Neckinger Mills leather factory, Bermondsey, south London. Date: 1842
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1840s 1842 Bank Bermondsey Bevington Fulling Heavy Leather Machinery Manufacture Manufacturing Mechanical Mills Operating Process Processing Skin Skins Stocks Neckinger
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image transports you to a leather factory in South London during the 1800s. Witness the intricate process of oil leather production as skilled artisans use heavy wooden hammers and fulling stocks to create wash leather or chamois leather. The atmospheric scene, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the rich industrial history of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 48.1cm x 50.8cm (18.9" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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This photograph, taken in 1842, offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of leather production at the Neckinger Mills leather factory in Bermondsey, south London during the Victorian era. The image showcases a group of oil leather fulling stocks, an essential part of the leather-making process. The fulling stocks, with their heavy wooden hammers, are used to produce wash leather or chamois leather. The oil leather, soaked in tanning solutions, is placed between the stocks and the hammers, which are then vigorously struck to help soften and shrink the leather, improving its texture and durability. The Neckinger Mills, established in the early 1800s, was a significant player in the leather industry during the 1840s. The factory was renowned for its high-quality leather, produced using traditional methods, which were passed down through generations. The photograph reveals the industrial scale of the operation, with numerous fulling stocks arranged in rows, each one operated by skilled laborers using long, heavy hammers. The machinery and equipment, powered by water from the nearby River Neckinger, were all mechanical, reflecting the era's growing reliance on industrialization and mechanization. The atmosphere in the factory is a blend of the raw, earthy scent of the tannery and the rhythmic clanging of the hammers against the leather. The workers, dressed in heavy clothing to protect themselves from the elements and the chemicals used in the process, are focused on their tasks, creating a sense of purpose and unity. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of the leather industry in south London and the ingenuity of the people who worked in it during the Victorian era.
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