Sanding Collection

Valley Tyne My Native Country Henshaw 1842 John Martin
The Valley of the Tyne, My Native Country near Henshaw, 1842. John Martin (British, 1789-1854). Watercolor, gouache and gum arabic with graphite underdrawing, sanding

19th century leather worker or tanner
673318 19th century leather worker or tanner; (add.info.: a nineteenth century leather worker or tanner); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cover design, Do it yourself, March 1966 - dining room furniture you can build Date: 1966

The Naval Manoeuvres (litho)
1600034 The Naval Manoeuvres (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 August 1900)

Sanding mouldings intended for wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3
1078981 Sanding mouldings intended for wooden caskets, Oneida, New York, April 3, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Carpenters seen here making a new mast for a fishing boats moored in the Cornish fishing port of Looe. Circa 1935

Mr Larry Cooper who received a kit of parts to build a "Mirror"
Mr Larry Cooper who received a kit of parts to build a " Mirror" dinghy in February (pic job Z1585) Mr Cooper now builds his Mirror Dinghy in the garage of his Hastings home

The Mirror Dinghy at The International Boat Show at Earls Court. Old favourite at the show is the Mirror Dinghy - girl at the tiller is Marion West (19)

Mr Larry Cooper has just received a kit of parts to build a "Mirror"dinghy
Mr Larry Cooper has just received a kit of parts to build a " Mirror" dinghy. Mr Cooper checks the contents of the kit with building instructions

Mrs Betty Ann Williams or Exmouth, Devon bought a sixpenny ticket in a competition run by the Royal Marines in a countrywide effort to raise money for the Royal Marines Sailing Club

Brian Epstein, Manager, of several music groups including The Beatles, Gerry & The Pacemakers, Billy J Kramer & The Dakotas, Pop stars from Liverpool, Feature, 18th June 1963

Ed Miller, from the North East Aircraft Museum, pictured with the Supermarine Swift during restoration. Volunteer Craig Blundred takes a photograph of the work in progress

The Valley of the Tyne, My Native Country near Henshaw, 1842. Creator: John Martin (British)
The Valley of the Tyne, My Native Country near Henshaw, 1842. Panoramic landscapes in watercolour became an important source of income during Martins late career

Caldron Scrubber Boiler Sander kitchen kitchen maid
The Caldron Scrubber, The Boiler Sander. In a kitchen, a kitchen maid is sanding a copper kettle. An earthenware pot and lid are on a wooden bench

Woman scouring vessel boiler sander maid sanding
Woman scouring a vessel, The boiler sander. A maid is sanding a copper kettle in the kitchen. There is a barrel, tub and lantern on the floor. In the background a girl kneels by a kettle on the fire

Two oxen sanding head pole Copy print Karel Dujardin
Two oxen, one sanding the head against a pole, Copy to a print by Karel Dujardin with the two oxen depicted in reverse. Karel du Jardin (mentioned on object), Netherlands, 1655 - 1728, paper

Two oxen sanding head pole ox Karel du Jardin
Two oxen, one sanding the head against a pole, ox, Karel du Jardin (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1655, paper, etching, h 153 mm × w 183 mm

Digital illustration of hand holding trowel near wooden window sill treated with wood-hardening resin, sanded and filler

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5731
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5730
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5729
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

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"Sanding: A Timeless Craft Connecting Generations and Places" In the world of woodworking, sanding holds a special place as an essential step in achieving a smooth and polished finish. From the cover design of a do-it-yourself magazine in March 1966 to the naval manoeuvres lithograph, it has been depicted as an integral part of various crafts throughout history. Oneida, New York witnessed skilled craftsmen meticulously sanding mouldings intended for wooden caskets on April 3. This attention to detail ensured that every piece was flawlessly prepared for its final purpose. Similarly, carpenters seen making a new mast for fishing boats moored in Cornwall showcased their dedication to perfection through careful sanding techniques. The artistry transcends borders and time periods. John Martin's painting "The Valley of the Tyne, My Native Country near Henshaw" from 1842 captures the beauty of nature while reminding us that even then, craftsmen understood the importance of smoothing surfaces before finishing them. Fast forward to modern times when Mr Larry Cooper eagerly received a kit of parts to build his very own "Mirror" dinghy. As he embarked on this DIY project, he knew that meticulous sanding would be crucial in creating a vessel worthy of sailing at The International Boat Show at Earls Court. Meanwhile, Mrs Betty Ann Williams from Exmouth, Devon won a competition with her sixpenny ticket purchase. Little did she know that her prize would involve embracing the artful process as she embarked on her own woodworking journey. Sanding is more than just removing imperfections; it symbolizes patience and craftsmanship passed down through generations. Whether it is preparing wooden caskets or building boats by hand, this timeless technique connects people across continents and eras – uniting individuals like Mr Larry Cooper and Mrs Betty Ann Williams who find joy in transforming raw materials into works of art.