Getting Work Collection (#7)

London newsboy (b/w photo)
8635406 London newsboy (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London newsboy, selling newspapers. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Fishermen father and son saying goodbye to their family (engraving)
8635201 Fishermen father and son saying goodbye to their family (engraving) by Wimperis, Edmund Morison (1835-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks (b/w photo)
8635911 Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pneumatic drills being used for roadworks)

Fixing the propellers of the Queen Mary (b/w photo)
8675808 Fixing the propellers of the Queen Mary (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fixing the propellers of the Queen Mary)

Sheep washing in Sussex (b/w photo)
8676048 Sheep washing in Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sheep washing in Sussex)

Charcoal colliers, Sussex (b/w photo)
8676034 Charcoal colliers, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charcoal colliers, Sussex)

Sussex brickmaker (b/w photo)
8676082 Sussex brickmaker (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sussex brickmaker)

Blowing a square glass bottle in a mould (b/w photo)
8676073 Blowing a square glass bottle in a mould (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blowing a square glass bottle in a mould)

Stages of construction of a concrete road (litho)
8675795 Stages of construction of a concrete road (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stages of construction of a concrete road)

The Mosciarellaro, (Mozzarella Seller) engraving of Marroni from 1850
FGL5468917 The Mosciarellaro, (Mozzarella Seller) engraving of Marroni from 1850.; Fototeca Gilardi

Woodcutter, (painting)
8719872 Woodcutter, (painting) by Ulving, Even (1863-1952); 55x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By Even Ulving (1863-1952)); Photo © O. Vaering

Italy, Ventimiglia (Vintimille), the beach with fishing boats and fishermen, 1870 (engraving)
UTD4918499 Italy, Ventimiglia (Vintimille), the beach with fishing boats and fishermen, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Italy, Ventimiglia (Vintimille), the beach with fishing boats and fishermen

Old women rusting out in a London workhouse, 1895
3479860 Old women rusting out in a London workhouse, 1895; (add.info.: Old women rusting out in a London workhouse, 1895.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Laundry in a typical London workhouse, 1895
3479645 Laundry in a typical London workhouse, 1895; (add.info.: Laundry in a typical London workhouse, 1895.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Woman at work in an English factory making needles for the sewing industry, 1843
3478846 Woman at work in an English factory making needles for the sewing industry, 1843; (add.info.: Woman at work in an English factory making needles for the sewing industry, England)

A woman feeding animals on a farm, 1879
3478823 A woman feeding animals on a farm, 1879; (add.info.: Punch cartoon showing a woman feeding animals on a farm, 1879.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women picking strawberries for market, 1885
3478821 Women picking strawberries for market, 1885; (add.info.: Kent, England, 1885. Women picking strawberries for market.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start their work day, 1850
3478300 A London street scene with revellers returning home as the labouring classes start their work day, 1850; (add.info)

Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s, 1860
3479508 Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s, 1860; (add.info.: Rules and conditions for admission to workhouses were tightened in the 1860s)

Dartmoor Prison, 1884
3479362 Dartmoor Prison, 1884; (add.info.: Dartmoor Prison: Penal Servitude the middle panel shows prisoners in the tailoring shop making uniforms)

Carpets in the prison at Peshawar, 1885
3479351 Carpets in the prison at Peshawar, 1885; (add.info.: Convicts are shown seated making carpets in the prison at Peshawar, dated 1885.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Convicts working, 1884
3479345 Convicts working, 1884; (add.info.: Convicts working in the stone quarries Portland, Dorset. 31st May 1884.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The workshop of a taxidermist, 1850
3480154 The workshop of a taxidermist, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the workshop of a taxidermist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Rochdale Union Workhouse, 1876
3480142 Rochdale Union Workhouse, 1876; (add.info.: Rochdale Union Workhouse, Rochdale, Lancashire, England, new building on 24 acres: 1876)

A worker hand-painting reservations on a copper roll intended to be cut into with acid to produce etching effects
3473169 A worker hand-painting reservations on a copper roll intended to be cut into with acid to produce etching effects, from L'Univers Illustre, pub

Office boy interviewed for a job, 1880
3478931 Office boy interviewed for a job, 1880; (add.info.: Illustration dated 1880 depicting an office boy interviewed for a job in Victorian business setting.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Woman being rejected for employment sewing, 1860
3478875 Woman being rejected for employment sewing, 1860; (add.info.: Woman being rejected for employment sewing, as an outworker. England, 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, 1887
3478848 The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, 1887; (add.info.: The finishing house, Horton Kirby paper mills, South Darenth, Kent)

Economy. The wood, woodcutters, carpenters... c.1900 (chromo)
2636224 Economy. The wood, woodcutters, carpenters... c.1900 (chromo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Economy. The wood, woodcutters, carpenters... Imagery, France, c.1900.); Photo © CCI

Queen Victoria visiting a sweetmeat factory (engraving)
8631355 Queen Victoria visiting a sweetmeat factory (engraving) by Comba, Pierra (1859-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Victoria visiting a sweetmeat factory)

Interviewing a potential employee (colour litho)
8635623 Interviewing a potential employee (colour litho) by Howard, Charles Thomas (1865-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interviewing a potential employee)

Preventing the spread of diseases carried by rats on ships (b/w photo)
8635906 Preventing the spread of diseases carried by rats on ships (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hop pickers in Kent (colour litho)
8626081 Hop pickers in Kent (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hop pickers in Kent, with a verse from Directions for Cultivating a Hop Garden)

Transmitting a photograph by telegraphy (b/w photo)
8626059 Transmitting a photograph by telegraphy (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transmitting a photograph by telegraphy)

Trades: Burglar (colour litho)
8641500 Trades: Burglar (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burglar. Illustration for one of a set of playing cards used in the game Jack of All Trades)

Trades: Blacksmith (colour litho)
8641497 Trades: Blacksmith (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blacksmith. Illustration for one of a set of playing cards used in the game Jack of All)

Building charcoal kilns, 18th Century (engraving)
8655518 Building charcoal kilns, 18th Century (engraving) by French School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building charcoal kilns, 18th Century)

Just a few words (colour litho)
8656527 Just a few words (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Just a few words. Two flower girls. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

What we wants is shorter hours (colour litho)
8656517 What we wants is shorter hours (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "What we wants is shorter hours - sixty minutes is too long for an)

The salesman (colour litho)
8655836 The salesman (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The salesman. As a salesman you are clever. Handsome salesman in a suit with a suitcase)

The manicurist (colour litho)
8655790 The manicurist (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The manicurist. Woman giving a man a manicure. Postcard, early 20th century)

Nanny carrying a child (engraving)
8655779 Nanny carrying a child (engraving) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nanny carrying a child)

Centrifuge for separating blood serum (engraving)
8663685 Centrifuge for separating blood serum (engraving) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centrifuge for separating blood serum)

Tuna fishing off the Italian Mediterranean coast (litho)
8663604 Tuna fishing off the Italian Mediterranean coast (litho) by Sartorio, Giulio Aristide (1860-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuna fishing off the Italian Mediterranean coast)

Crab fishing at Oldenburg in Holstein, Germany (colour litho)
8663557 Crab fishing at Oldenburg in Holstein, Germany (colour litho) by Saltzmann, Carl (1847-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crab fishing at Oldenburg in Holstein, Germany)

Siberian fur trapper, Kamchatka (engraving)
8663807 Siberian fur trapper, Kamchatka (engraving) by Russian School (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siberian fur trapper, Kamchatka, Russia)

Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo)
8675996 Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miners working in the gypsum mine, Mountfield)

Making trugs, Herstmonceux, Sussex (b/w photo)
8675991 Making trugs, Herstmonceux, Sussex (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making trugs, Herstmonceux, Sussex)

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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.