Getting Work Collection (#4)

Perkins, fill these up again! (colour litho)
8656818 Perkins, fill these up again! (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perkins, fill these up again)

Charging an electric ticket machine (b/w photo)
8626065 Charging an electric ticket machine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charging an electric ticket machine)

Measuring bridge heights on a proposed bus route (b/w photo)
8626057 Measuring bridge heights on a proposed bus route (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measuring bridge heights on a proposed bus route)

Weather forecasting room at the Met Office, London (b/w photo)
8626055 Weather forecasting room at the Met Office, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weather forecasting room at the Met Office, London)

Removing gypsy moth eggs from a tree, Massachusetts (litho)
8663806 Removing gypsy moth eggs from a tree, Massachusetts (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Removing gypsy moth eggs from a tree, Massachusetts, USA)

Fishing with the help of trained cormorants, China (colour litho)
8663655 Fishing with the help of trained cormorants, China (colour litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing with the help of trained cormorants, China)

Columns of basalt at the Linz quarry, Austria (b/w photo)
8663577 Columns of basalt at the Linz quarry, Austria (b/w photo) by Austrian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columns of basalt at the Linz quarry, Austria)

Collecting amber in the Baltic Sea, East Prussia (colour litho)
8663558 Collecting amber in the Baltic Sea, East Prussia (colour litho) by Saltzmann, Carl (1847-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Collecting amber in the Baltic Sea, East Prussia, Germany)

In the spinning room. A scene from the Middle Ages, 1909 (engraving)
1000963 In the spinning room. A scene from the Middle Ages, 1909 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs)

A fisherman in sou'wester mending lobster/crab creels on the beach alongside a beached Sheringham crab boat
7341145 A fisherman in sou'wester mending lobster/crab creels on the beach alongside a beached Sheringham crab boat, 1910-11 (photo, glass plate negative) by British Photographer

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293399 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the butcher. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

A silk spinning workshop, 19th century, 1864
7125180 A silk spinning workshop, 19th century, 1864; (add.info.: A silk spinning workshop, 19th century. From Le Savant du Foyer ou Notions Scientifiques Sur Les Objets Usuels de la Vie)

Workers using a hemp and flax scutching machine, 19th century, 1864
7125179 Workers using a hemp and flax scutching machine, 19th century, 1864; (add.info.: Workers using a hemp and flax scutching machine)

Workers shredding flax using a hackle or heckle, 19th century, 1864
7125178 Workers shredding flax using a hackle or heckle, 19th century, 1864; (add.info.: Workers shredding flax, 19th century)

A maid, c.1860 (print)
7293398 A maid, c.1860 (print); (add.info.: Society. Economy. Young maid shop for her employer, at the bakery shop. Imagery, Epinal, France, ca 1860.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

The magic lantern
7243394 The magic lantern; Private Collection; (add.info.: The magic lantern. A 19th century travelling magician. From L'Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh

Diet: a young cook represented in the middle of a composition of cheeses, shellfish, fruit, game, cold cuts
FGL5471289 Diet: a young cook represented in the middle of a composition of cheeses, shellfish, fruit, game, cold cuts. 19th century (engraving); Fototeca Gilardi

Calendar: representation of the month of December: a baker buried in bread
FGL5474222 Calendar: representation of the month of December: a baker buried in bread. The two zodiacal signs of the month are depicted on the right: sagittarius and capricorn

House carpenter planing a board on a bench, in his workshop, 1810 (engraving)
FLO4577745 House carpenter planing a board on a bench, in his workshop, 1810 (engraving); (add.info.: House carpenter planing a board on a bench, in his workshop, many tools, saw, hammer)

Indian carpet weavers, 1886
3479232 Indian carpet weavers, 1886; (add.info.: Indian carpet weavers seated next to the loom. Dated 1886.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Weaving a carpet
3479229 Weaving a carpet; (add.info.: Weaving a carpet in the royal factory in the Fauburg de Chaillot. Dated between 1751-80.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Students day in an art gallery, 1885
3479879 Students day in an art gallery, 1885; (add.info.: Students day in an art gallery. At this date students were set many hours of copying work)

Women prisoners, 1889
3479358 Women prisoners, 1889; (add.info.: Women prisoners working in the laundry. Fulham refuge, London. From a print published London 1889.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women prisoners, 1889
3479357 Women prisoners, 1889; (add.info.: Women prisoners working the pump during fire drill - Fulham Refuge, London. Illustration published London, 1889.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Carpenter's shop, 1884
3479342 Carpenter's shop, 1884; (add.info.: Carpenter's shop in Portsmouth prison, Hampshire, England. Convicts working under supervision)

Gothic period. Altarpiece of The Virgin and Saint George (Sant Jordi), by Lluis Borrassa (1360-1426). Wood painting
3499741 Gothic period. Altarpiece of The Virgin and Saint George (Sant Jordi), by Lluis Borrassa (1360-1426). Wood painting. Work made in Barcelona by 1390-1400

Goldsmiths at work in India, 1828
3480383 Goldsmiths at work in India, 1828; (add.info.: Goldsmiths at work in India, early 19th Century. By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Men fighting over food (bones), depicting the poverty of workhouses in England, 1895
3480141 Men fighting over food (bones), depicting the poverty of workhouses in England, 1895; (add.info.: Men fighting over food (bones), depicting the poverty of workhouses in England

Ladies giving a special Strawberry tea to the female ward in a workhouse, 1884
3480140 Ladies giving a special Strawberry tea to the female ward in a workhouse, 1884; (add.info.: Ladies giving a special Strawberry tea to the female ward in a workhouse)

Women hand spinning, carding and roving cotton, 1848 (engraving)
2602560 Women hand spinning, carding and roving cotton, 1848 (engraving); (add.info.: Women hand spinning, carding and roving cotton, England 1823, The wire cards or combs are in left foreground)

Mr Punch's advice to the British workman at the time of the opening of the Post Office Savings Bank, 1850
3478072 Mr Punch's advice to the British workman at the time of the opening of the Post Office Savings Bank, 1850; (add.info)

Women cleaning and sorting strawberries for market, 1885
3478822 Women cleaning and sorting strawberries for market, 1885; (add.info.: Kent, England, 1885. Women cleaning and sorting strawberries for market.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Chimney sweep and boy
3478935 Chimney sweep and boy; (add.info.: Chimney sweep and boy, London, 17th century, circa 1688.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Clerks passing their time in idleness, 1836
3478929 Clerks passing their time in idleness, 1836; (add.info.: Holiday at the Public Offices - clerks passing their time in idleness)

Young woman, sewing, 1884
3478874 Young woman, sewing, 1884; (add.info.: For English 19th century, young women, sewing needlework was considered a suitable remunerative employment)

Young female factory worker on her way to work, 1880
3478873 Young female factory worker on her way to work, 1880; (add.info.: Young female factory worker on her way to work, London, 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Dressmaker delivering a dress while walking under an umbrella in the rain, 1850
3478872 Dressmaker delivering a dress while walking under an umbrella in the rain, 1850; (add.info.: Dressmaker delivering a dress while walking under an umbrella in the rain)

Woman on her train journey from home to her first job in service, 1882
3478871 Woman on her train journey from home to her first job in service, 1882; (add.info.: Young countrywoman on her train journey from home to her first job in service London)

Women living in the East End of London, making knitted stockings and mittens, 1869
3478870 Women living in the East End of London, making knitted stockings and mittens, 1869; (add.info.: Two elderly women living in the East End of London)

Men's costume of a Breton shepherd (colour litho)
8677238 Men's costume of a Breton shepherd (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men's costume of a Breton shepherd, France)

Lighting of Tottenham Court Road, London, by electricity (litho)
8672087 Lighting of Tottenham Court Road, London, by electricity (litho) by Prout, Victor William (1862-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lighting of Tottenham Court Road, London)

Tthe marchandes de quatre saisons on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, Paris (colour litho)
8673262 Tthe marchandes de quatre saisons on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, Paris (colour litho) by Jeanniot, Pierre Georges (1848-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street traders)

In the Gypsum mine at Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo)
8675997 In the Gypsum mine at Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Gypsum mine at Mountfield, Sussex)

A blue boulder gatherer at work on the beach, Rye Harbour, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676076 A blue boulder gatherer at work on the beach, Rye Harbour, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A blue boulder gatherer at work on the beach, Rye Harbour, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676074 A blue boulder gatherer at work on the beach, Rye Harbour, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mass production of Morris motor cars (b/w photo)
8675803 Mass production of Morris motor cars (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mass production of Morris motor cars)

Parisian street cleaners (colour litho)
8673203 Parisian street cleaners (colour litho) by Jeanniot, Pierre Georges (1848-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parisian street cleaners)

Merchant ship, 15th Century (woodcut)
8672865 Merchant ship, 15th Century (woodcut) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merchant ship, 15th Century)

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"Unveiling the Masterpieces: A Glimpse into the World of Work" Step back in time and witness the captivating artistry that depicts the essence of "getting work. " From The War of Prodigies to The Binder, these chromolithographs from 1900 offer a window into various professions during an era defined by Arts Deco. Immerse yourself in The Glassmaker's realm, where vibrant colors dance upon molten glass, shaping it into exquisite masterpieces. Feel the passion exuding from The Photographer as he captures moments frozen in time through his lens, forever preserving memories. Marvel at The Mason's craftsmanship as he meticulously lays each brick, building structures that stand tall against time. Admire Artisan: The Embroiderer's delicate touch, weaving threads together to create intricate patterns that adorn garments with elegance and grace. Witness Artisan: The Doer's determination and skill as they craft objects with their hands – true artisans who bring beauty to life. Experience the magic of lithography through The Lithograph Printer's meticulous process of transferring images onto paper using vibrant hues. Descend into darkness alongside The Miner, whose unwavering dedication fuels industries deep within the earth. Enter The Potter's world where clay transforms under skilled hands into vessels both functional and artistic. Indulge your senses with aromas wafting from kitchens depicted by Chromolithography 1900 - taste culinary delights crafted by passionate souls like The Cook and be mesmerized by bread rising in harmony with heat inside ovens tended by dedicated Bakers. Finally, explore boundless creativity alongside artists likeThe Binder who transform loose pages into treasured volumes filled with knowledge or stories waiting to be told. These chromolithographs transport us back to an era when work was not merely a means for survival but a celebration of human ingenuity and perseverance. Let them inspire you to appreciate every profession as a masterpiece in its own right, reminding us that work is an art form in itself.