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Framed Print : Glass making at Cookson s, South Shields 1844
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Glass making at Cookson s, South Shields 1844
Glass making at Cookson s, South Shields.
1844
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Media ID 23080304
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1840s Blower Blowing Jul18 Manufacture Newcastle Shields Tyne Cookson
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of history to your home decor with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Glass making at Cookson's, South Shields. 1844" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautiful photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the intricate glassmaking process at Cookson's in South Shields during the mid-19th century. The high-quality print is expertly framed in a contemporary design, making it a perfect addition to any room in your home. Bring history to life with this unique and intriguing piece of art.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the 1840s, a skilled glassblower is captured in the midst of his artful craft at Cookson's glassworks in South Shields, near Newcastle upon Tyne. The industrial revolution had transformed the glassmaking process, shifting it from small, artisanal studios to large-scale factories. Cookson's was at the forefront of this change, employing innovative techniques and technologies to mass-produce glassware. The blower, dressed in a heavy apron and protective goggles, stands before a glowing furnace, his face focused intently on the molten glass in front of him. With deft movements, he blows into the long, tubular pipe connected to the furnace, shaping the glass as it cools and forms into a desired shape. The surrounding factory floor is filled with the hum of machinery and the rhythmic clinking of glass being worked and shaped. The scene is a testament to the labor-intensive and intricate process of glassmaking, which required a high level of skill and precision. The glassblower's artistry is on full display as he manipulates the molten glass, transforming it into a beautiful, functional object. The image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the dedication and craftsmanship that went into creating the glassware that graced Victorian-era tables and shelves. Despite the industrial setting, the glassblower's work remains a timeless and captivating process, as intriguing and mesmerizing today as it was in the 1840s. This photograph is a reminder of the rich history of glassmaking and the artisans who dedicated their lives to perfecting their craft.
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