Carder Collection

A pair of wire cards
3480147 A pair of wire cards'; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a pair of wire cards which are used in the process of making woollen cloth. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Wool-Carder, 1855–56. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
The Wool-Carder, 1855-56

The Wool-Carder, 1855–56. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
The Wool-Carder, 1855-56

"Blessed be Christ!"cried his Mother, "And welcome be his prints and marks!"(engraving)
5224484 " Blessed be Christ!" cried his Mother, " And welcome be his prints and marks!" (engraving) by English School

The Wool Carder, c. 1856 (etching)
1067884 The Wool Carder, c.1856 (etching) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 25.6x17.5 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: La Cardeuse); Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr

Umbrella seller, flower seller, carder and bellows seller, 18th Century (coloured engraving)
976146 Umbrella seller, flower seller, carder and bellows seller, 18th Century (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Umbrella seller, flower seller)

A young Polish spinner in the Quidwick Co. Mill. Anthony, R. I 1909 (photo)
685152 A young Polish spinner in the Quidwick Co. Mill. Anthony, R. I 1909 (photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: One of the young spinners in the Quidwick Co. Mill. Anthony, R. I)

Carding cotton from Voyages aux Indes et a la Chine, 1782 (coloured engraving)
STC423807 Carding cotton from Voyages aux Indes et a la Chine, 1782 (coloured engraving) by Sonnerat, Pierre (1745-1814) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: drawings by Pierre Sonnerat)

Wool Carder Bee (Anthidium manicatum) male, Den Helder, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Figurine depicting a carder at the 17th and 18th centuries. Sabadell History Museum. Catalonia. Spain

Cotton carder, Jerusalem
Cotton carder working in a street, Jerusalem. Date: 1920s

Common carder bee (Megabombus pascuorum)

Bombus pascorum, common carder bee
A female Bombus pascorum, common carder bee visiting a plant in the wildlife garden

Western / Bravo Trail
BRAVO TRAIL (Leigh Carder) Galloping horsemen... Date: 1930s

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"Unraveling the Threads: Exploring the World of Carders" Step into a journey through time and space as we unravel the fascinating world of carders. From Manchester's cotton famine to Senegambia's bustling workshops, these skilled artisans have left their mark on history. In the midst of The Cotton Famine, a captivating engraving captures a group of mill operatives in Manchester. Among them stands a carder, diligently working to transform raw cotton into fine threads that would weave tales of resilience and progress. Travel back further to 18th-century Senegambia, where blacksmiths and goldsmiths shaped metals with precision. Amidst their craft, an engraving depicts a proud mother praising her son's prints and marks - symbols of his mastery as a carder. The etching "The Wool Carder" transports us to another era - c. 1856 - showcasing the meticulous artistry involved in preparing wool for spinning. Each stroke reveals dedication and expertise passed down through generations. As we wander through time, an enchanting colored engraving from the 18th century introduces us to umbrella sellers, flower sellers, carders, and bellows sellers. In this vibrant scene filled with bustling streetscapes, it is clear that carders played an integral role in society's fabric. A photograph taken in Anthony, R. I. , 1909 brings forth images of young Polish spinners at Quidwick Co. Mill. Among them stands a determined figure - a young carder contributing to America's industrial revolution with every flicker of his skilled hands. Voyages aux Indes et à la Chine presents us with yet another glimpse into history; this time colored engravings depict cotton being meticulously carded during exotic travels across distant lands – showcasing how this craft transcends borders and cultures. Figurines depicting carders serve as timeless reminders of their importance throughout centuries past – tangible representations of a craft that has shaped societies and economies.