Skilled Worker Collection

A Carpenter's Workshop (oil on canvas)
XKH152590 A Carpenter's Workshop (oil on canvas) by Wohlers, Julius (1867-1953); 76x68 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany

Woodworker, from L Art du Menuisier by Andre Jacob Roubo, pub
XJF147924 Woodworker, from L Art du Menuisier by Andre Jacob Roubo, pub. 1769-74 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Leather tanning, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), published c
STC172396 Leather tanning, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), published c.1770 (engraving) by Patte (fl.1762); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Gobelin workshops, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84)
STC172395 Gobelin workshops, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), engraved by Robert Benard (b.1734), published c.1770 (engraving) by French School

Tanners, from the Descriptions of Arts & Crafts by Denis Diderot (1713-84)
BIF242805 Tanners, from the Descriptions of Arts & Crafts by Denis Diderot (1713-84), published c.1770 (engraving) (b & w photo) by French School, (18th century); Institut de France, Paris

MS 1064 fol 11 Descriptions of Arts & Crafts by Denis Diderot (1713-84)
BIF242804 MS 1064 fol 11 Descriptions of Arts & Crafts by Denis Diderot (1713-84), published c.1770 (engraving).(b & w photo) by French School, (18th century); Institut de France, Paris

Mirror-Making from Diderots Encyclopedie, 1751-72 (engraving)
STC310999 Mirror-Making from Diderots Encyclopedie, 1751-72 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trade Emblem of the Amalgamated Society of Woodworkers, 1860 (colour litho)
STC190630 Trade Emblem of the Amalgamated Society of Woodworkers, 1860 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Art of writing, plate from Diderots Encyclopedie (engraving)
STC312696 Art of writing, plate from Diderots Encyclopedie (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Encyclopedie, ou dictionnaire raisonne des sciences)

Tile-laying, from Diderots Encyclopedie, 1751-72 (engraving)
STC312840 Tile-laying, from Diderots Encyclopedie, 1751-72 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Encyclopedie, ou dictionnaire raisonne des sciences)

A wood carver puts the finishing touches to a Chiefs chair. These two-piece, three-legged stools with high, decorated backs are beautifully made from hard wood and have become popular with tourists

France, Paris, Building of Hotel de Salm, detail depicting stone-workers
France - Paris - 18th century. Building of the Hotel de Salm, 1786. Detail: stone-workers

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Chinese printers inking blocks to reprint Chinese classics - paper is rubbed on top of the inked block. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Engravers preparing books in China
Printers engraving the Chinese classics, China, 1800s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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"Unveiling the Masterful Craftsmanship: Celebrating Skilled Workers Through Centuries" From woodworkers to leather tanners, from mirror-makers to tile-layers, skilled workers have left an indelible mark on history. Their expertise and dedication have shaped countless industries and transformed ordinary materials into extraordinary works of art. In the pages of L'Art du Menuisier by Andre Jacob Roubo, we glimpse into the world of woodworkers who meticulously carve intricate designs, breathing life into every piece they create. The Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot introduces us to the ancient craft of leather tanning, where artisans skillfully transform raw hides into supple masterpieces. Within the Gobelin workshops captured in Diderot's Encyclopedia lies a realm where tapestry weavers blend colors and textures with precision, weaving stories that transcend time. And as we delve further into his Descriptions of Arts & Crafts, we encounter dedicated tanners who painstakingly treat animal skins to produce exquisite leather goods. The engravings found in MS 1064 fol 11 offer a glimpse into mirror-making techniques passed down through generations. These craftsmen merge glass and metal seamlessly, creating reflective surfaces that capture our own reflections while reflecting their unparalleled skills. Emblazoned with pride is the Trade Emblem of the Amalgamated Society of Woodworkers from 1860 - a symbol representing unity among those who shape timber with unwavering passion. In Diderot's Encyclopedie engraving titled "Art of Writing, " calligraphers are portrayed delicately crafting words that will endure for centuries. Tile-laying becomes an art form within Diderot's Encyclopedie engravings; each tile placed with meticulous care forms patterns that adorn floors and walls alike. Meanwhile, a wood carver adds final touches to a Chief's chair - his hands guided by years of experience and an innate understanding of the wood's potential.