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Crafts Collection (#2)

Crafts are a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of different regions across the globe

Background imageCrafts Collection: Workshop handmade candles. 18th century. Engraving

Workshop handmade candles. 18th century. Engraving in Encyclopedie by Diderot et d Alembert. Engraving

Background imageCrafts Collection: Chinook Basket Maker - British Columbia, Canada

Chinook Basket Maker - British Columbia, Canada. The use of the word Kloochman on this postcard is an example of chinook jargon, meaning Wife. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageCrafts Collection: Craftsmen making besom brooms and wooden rakes

Craftsmen making besom brooms and wooden rakes
Two craftsmen sit on narrow benches, making besom brooms and wooden rakes. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageCrafts Collection: Making horse tack in a workshop

Making horse tack in a workshop
Two craftsmen preparing the leatherwork for horse tack; shaping, stretching and sewing the pieces to the correct shape and size. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageCrafts Collection: Craftsmen make besom brooms and wooden rakes

Craftsmen make besom brooms and wooden rakes
Two craftsmen sit on narrow benches, making besom brooms and wooden rakes. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageCrafts Collection: Colourful wood carving, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Colourful wood carving, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Puppets in shop, Old Town, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Puppets in shop, Old Town, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Background imageCrafts Collection: Huichol handicrafts in the market, Patzcuaro, Michoacan state, Mexico, North America

Huichol handicrafts in the market, Patzcuaro, Michoacan state, Mexico, North America

Background imageCrafts Collection: Dragon tapestry, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Dragon tapestry, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Wooden crafts, Tampaksiring Village, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Wooden crafts, Tampaksiring Village, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Dracula mugs, Bran castle (Dracula castle), Bran, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Dracula mugs, Bran castle (Dracula castle), Bran, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Background imageCrafts Collection: Enamel eyes for deities made for shrines, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Enamel eyes for deities made for shrines, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Furniture Exhibition

Furniture Exhibition
Poster for an Exhibition of Textiles and Furniture designed by students of Bradford School of Arts & Crafts (1 of 2)

Background imageCrafts Collection: Wallpaper Panel, France, Early 19th century. Creator: Unknown

Wallpaper Panel, France, Early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Wallpaper Panel, France, Early 19th century

Background imageCrafts Collection: Coopers croze planes, dated 1735, 1842 and early to mid-19th century

Coopers croze planes, dated 1735, 1842 and early to mid-19th century
701102 Coopers croze planes, dated 1735, 1842 and early to mid-19th century (service tree wood & metal) (see also 701103) by German School; David Russell Collection; (add.info.: L to R)

Background imageCrafts Collection: British Countryside - Cutting Chestnuts

British Countryside - Cutting Chestnuts
British Countryside - A Woodman cutting Chestnuts at Midhurst, Sussex - from which barrel hoops, fencing and bean sticks are made. Date: 1938

Background imageCrafts Collection: Restoring damaged Cotswold stone wall - near Winchcombe - Gloucestershire - UK

Restoring damaged Cotswold stone wall - near Winchcombe - Gloucestershire - UK
MAB-1447 Restoring damaged Cotswold stone wall near Winchcombe - Gloucestershire - UK Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCrafts Collection: Tapestry in Saint-Pierre de Solesmes Abbey depicting the life of St

Tapestry in Saint-Pierre de Solesmes Abbey depicting the life of St. Benedict, Solesmes, Sarthe, France, Europe

Background imageCrafts Collection: Tapestry in Saint-Pierre de Solesmes Abbey depicting the life of St

Tapestry in Saint-Pierre de Solesmes Abbey depicting the life of St. Benedict, Solesmes, Sarthe, France, Europe

Background imageCrafts Collection: Ms. Lat 209 fol. 11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum)

Ms. Lat 209 fol. 11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum)
XIR308310 Ms. Lat 209 fol.11r The Professions, from De Sphaera (vellum) by De Predis, Cristoforo (1440/45-86) (attributed to); Biblioteca Estense, Modena

Background imageCrafts Collection: North Africa, Morocco, Fes, Medina, display of Hamzas, or Hands of Fatima

North Africa, Morocco, Fes, Medina, display of Hamzas, or Hands of Fatima

Background imageCrafts Collection: Brass Shop, Medina, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Brass Shop, Medina, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCrafts Collection: Intricate batik wax resist floral pattern on traditional Javanese sarong, Pekalongan, Java

Intricate batik wax resist floral pattern on traditional Javanese sarong, Pekalongan, Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Team of Carpenters making a cart

Team of Carpenters making a cart
Three carpenters make a cart under the watchful gaze of an elder craftsman or the intended recipent of the cart. Watercolour Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Background imageCrafts Collection: At Eve I Bring Thee Roses by Florence Hardy

At Eve I Bring Thee Roses by Florence Hardy
A young Dutch girl sits by a spinning wheel while her suitor peers through the window having presented her with a bouquet of red roses

Background imageCrafts Collection: Detail of ikat blanket, Sumba Island, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Detail of ikat blanket, Sumba Island, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Kelims in souk, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Kelims in souk, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Background imageCrafts Collection: Souvenir cockerels, Portugal, Europe

Souvenir cockerels, Portugal, Europe

Background imageCrafts Collection: An Indian woman weaving a carpet in small village by Lake Titicaca, Bolivia

An Indian woman weaving a carpet in small village by Lake Titicaca, Bolivia, South America

Background imageCrafts Collection: Variety of tones and textures of traditional Japanese hand-made washi paper, Japan, Asia

Variety of tones and textures of traditional Japanese hand-made washi paper, Japan, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Stack of wet, freshly-made Japanese washi paper at Echizen Washi No Sato village in Fukui

Stack of wet, freshly-made Japanese washi paper at Echizen Washi No Sato village in Fukui, Japan, Asia

Background imageCrafts Collection: Detail of a sand painting

Detail of a sand painting, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageCrafts Collection: Africa, Senegal, Dakar. Artisanal wooden masks outside the food market

Africa, Senegal, Dakar. Artisanal wooden masks outside the food market

Background imageCrafts Collection: Portrait of a Lady spinning, 1531. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck

Portrait of a Lady spinning, 1531. Creator: Maerten van Heemskerck
Portrait of a Lady spinning, 1531.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Jug In The Form Of A Bear Holding A Caricature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, c1813. Creator: Unknown

Jug In The Form Of A Bear Holding A Caricature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, c1813. Creator: Unknown
Jug In The Form Of A Bear Holding A Caricature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, c1813.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Side Chair, c1755-60. Creator: Unknown

Side Chair, c1755-60. Creator: Unknown
Side Chair, c1755-60.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Queen Anne Transitional Armchair, c1750-80. Creator: Unknown

Queen Anne Transitional Armchair, c1750-80. Creator: Unknown
Queen Anne Transitional Armchair, c1750-80.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Bottle, c1820-50. Creator: Unknown

Bottle, c1820-50. Creator: Unknown
Bottle, c1820-50.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Desk And Bookcase, c1770. Creator: Unknown

Desk And Bookcase, c1770. Creator: Unknown
Desk And Bookcase, c1770.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Tumbler, c1780-c1820. Creator: Unknown

Tumbler, c1780-c1820. Creator: Unknown
Tumbler, c1780-c1820.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown

Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown
Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Tumbler, c1775-1825. Creator: Unknown

Tumbler, c1775-1825. Creator: Unknown
Tumbler, c1775-1825.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown

Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810. Creator: Unknown
Cordial Bottle, c1775-1810.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Comedy And Tragedy: Sic Vita, modeled 1891-92, cast c1902-05. Creator: Alfred Gilbert

Comedy And Tragedy: Sic Vita, modeled 1891-92, cast c1902-05. Creator: Alfred Gilbert
Comedy And Tragedy: Sic Vita, modeled 1891-92, cast c1902-05. This boy's twisting pose encourages us to walk around him, where we discover the cause of his pained expression

Background imageCrafts Collection: Coffeepot, c1775. Creator: John Bayly

Coffeepot, c1775. Creator: John Bayly
Coffeepot, c1775.

Background imageCrafts Collection: The Knitting Lesson, c1860. Creator: Jean Francois Millet

The Knitting Lesson, c1860. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
The Knitting Lesson, c1860.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Pair Of Shoe Buckles, c1780. Creator: Peter Getz

Pair Of Shoe Buckles, c1780. Creator: Peter Getz
Pair Of Shoe Buckles, c1780.

Background imageCrafts Collection: Pair Of Wall Sconces, 1730/31. Creator: Peter Archambo

Pair Of Wall Sconces, 1730/31. Creator: Peter Archambo
Pair Of Wall Sconces, 1730/31. These extravagantly ornamented sconces were originally part of an impressive silver collection amassed by George Booth, second Earl of Warrington




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Crafts are a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of different regions across the globe. From Coopers meticulously crafting wooden barrels to Moroccan lantern makers in North Africa, these skilled artisans bring their unique touch to every creation. The vibrant Spring-Summer Wind by Herta Zuckermann captures the essence of craftsmanship, while Muslim prayer carpets from Palestine showcase intricate designs that reflect Middle Eastern traditions. Traveling further west, one can marvel at the Sheela-na-Gig adorning the church wall in County Clare, Ireland. This enigmatic sculpture represents ancient Celtic craftsmanship and adds an air of mystery to its surroundings. Meanwhile, traditional Portuguese pottery workshops proudly display their colorful plates on walls in Cape St. , showcasing Portugal's long-standing ceramic tradition. Moving southwards, we encounter a Greek trireme engraving in Madrid that pays homage to Greece's naval history and seafaring expertise. On another continent, Zuni Indian jewelry showcases exquisite craftsmanship with intricate beadwork and stunning gemstones. The artistry extends beyond land as well; Louis Garneray's Naval Battle of Navarino immortalizes a historic moment through his masterful brushstrokes. Furthermore, The Iron Forge Viewed from Without transports us back centuries ago when blacksmiths worked tirelessly over fiery forges. Finally, we find ourselves captivated by the charming town of Saint Martin on Ile de Re in France. Its cobblestone streets lined with artisanal shops offer glimpses into various crafts such as glassblowing or leatherworking—a true haven for craft enthusiasts seeking unique treasures. In every corner of our diverse world lies a celebration of human creativity and skill passed down through generations—craftsmanship that continues to inspire awe and admiration wherever it is found.