Spinning Mill Collection

Machines in the textile factory of the brand "La Lanera Espanola" in Sabadell, near Barcelona, Spain, c
AIS5380086 Machines in the textile factory of the brand "La Lanera Espanola" in Sabadell, near Barcelona, Spain, c. 1920 (b/w photo); © Iberfoto

The interior of the Skye Cottage, 1850
3477972 The interior of the Skye Cottage, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the interior of the Skye Cottage. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Spinning Wheel (litho)
8666848 The Spinning Wheel (litho) by Jefferys, Charles William (1869-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spinning Wheel)

Moving Day Scene, 1831 (oil on canvas)
8711984 Moving Day Scene, 1831 (oil on canvas) by Marstrand, Wilhelm (1810-73); Nivaagaards Malerisamling, Niva, Denmark; (add.info.: By Wilhelm Marstrand)

Spinning-Wheel (colour litho)
8674327 Spinning-Wheel (colour litho) by Miles, Helen J.A. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spinning-Wheel)

Scotland: The Spinning-Wheel (b/w photo)
8654712 Scotland: The Spinning-Wheel (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spinning-Wheel)

A sailmaker, 1850
3359228 A sailmaker, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a sailmaker seen repairing a sail for a sailboat. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women's employment in the 17th Century (engraving)
8672853 Women's employment in the 17th Century (engraving) by German School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women's employment in the 17th Century)

Cotton spinning and reeling.Mogadishu. Somalia. 1885 (engraving)
6947907 Cotton spinning and reeling.Mogadishu. Somalia. 1885 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cotton spinning and reeling.Mogadishu. Somalia)

Young woman blowing bubbles (chromolitho)
8655792 Young woman blowing bubbles (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman blowing bubbles. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

A scene in Medieval England
3329502 A scene in Medieval England; (add.info.: Woodcut print depicting a scene in Medieval England. Dated 15th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Women textile workers in a cottage in Wales, 1820
3479123 Women textile workers in a cottage in Wales, 1820; (add.info.: Circa 1820. Woodcut illustration of two women textile workers in a cottage in Wales)

Barkerend Mills 28888_027
Barkerend Mills, developed in early 19th century by the Garnett family, one of the most prominent Bradford worsted spinners, Bradford, West Yorkshire, 2016. SE1733

Spinning and weaving in 17th century. (print)
7419879 Spinning and weaving in 17th century. (print) by Vliet, Jan Gillisz van (1605-85) (after); (add.info.: A weaver at work on his loom and a man spinning in the 17th century)

Industry. The Silkworm. - I am only an insect, a simple caterpillar, A worm and nothing more; but, thanks to my work
8600280 Industry. The Silkworm. - I am only an insect, a simple caterpillar, A worm and nothing more; but, thanks to my work, I am regarded as equal to the most illustrious animals

Presumed Portrait of Francoise-Marie Pouget, second wife of Chardin, c.1760 (oil on canvas)
902380 Presumed Portrait of Francoise-Marie Pouget, second wife of Chardin, c.1760 (oil on canvas) by Aved, Jacques Andre Joseph Camelot (1702-66); 91.5x78.5 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris

Burnley 35135_061
Burnley, Lancashire, 2021. The Lower St James Street Creative District Burnley High Street Heritage Action Zone

Burnley 35135_043
Burnley, Lancashire, 2021. The Lower St James Street Creative District Burnley High Street Heritage Action Zone

Burnley 35135_022
Burnley, Lancashire, 2021. The Lower St James Street Creative District Burnley High Street Heritage Action Zone

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The Traveller, 1868-84 (oil on panel)
7214968 The Traveller, 1868-84 (oil on panel) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 31.6x48.6 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: by Ford Madox Brown (1821-93)); © Manchester Art Gallery

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the spinner, 19th century (oil on canvas)
CUL4929319 the spinner, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Braekeleer, Henri de (1840-88); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai, Belgium; (add.info.: by BRAEKELEER)

The Lazy Service-Messenger Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper)
7308524 The Lazy Service-Messenger Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper) by Stettler, Wilhelm (1643-1708); 11.5x10.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Woman with spinning wheel
7278869 Woman with spinning wheel. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman with spinning wheel. Courtly gentleman presented with a flower)

The mother teaching, 1849
7298946 The mother teaching, 1849 by Tidemand, Adolph (1814-76); 44x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Adolph Tidemand (1814-1876)); Photo © O. Vaering

Women working in a spinning mill, 1880, Germany
7279577 Women working in a spinning mill, 1880, Germany by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women working in a spinning mill, 1880, Germany, Historic)

The journeyman goldsmith with the master in the background watching a woman at her spinning wheel
7279871 The journeyman goldsmith with the master in the background watching a woman at her spinning wheel by Unknown Artist

Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524 (woodcut)
7186134 Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524 (woodcut) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524)

Interior of a humble fishermans cottage, Isle of Skye
7269197 Interior of a humble fishermans cottage, Isle of Skye; Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of a humble fishermans cottage, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland)

Fisherman and his wife mending nets
7261258 Fisherman and his wife mending nets. by Kuyper, Jacques (1761-1808) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 19th century Dutch fisherman and his wife mending nets)

17th century Dutch spectacles seller offering his wares to a wom, 1803 (engraving)
7233057 17th century Dutch spectacles seller offering his wares to a wom, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad (engraving)
7197429 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad)

Norway: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund (b / w photo)
7198050 Norway: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund)

Belfast and its Industries (engraving)
1053068 Belfast and its Industries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belfast and its Industries, Meeting of the British Association)

General View of Spinning-room, c1917. From How It is Made, by Archibald Williams. [Thomas Nelson and Sons, London, Edinburgh, Dublin and New York]

Cotton, 3. - Spinning Machine, Lancashire, 1928. From Players Cigarettes - Products of the World: A Series of 50 [John Player & Sons, London, 1928]

A Silk-Spinning Mill, 1607, (1904). From Social England, Volume V, edited by H.D. Traill, D.C.L. and J. S. Mann, M.A. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1904]

Cotton manufacture: mule spinning, c1830. A self-acting mule of the type devised by Richard Roberts in 1825. Roberts spinning mule produced better yarn than any other machine

Flax spinning machine
Antique illustration of a Flax spinning machine

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"The Spinning Mill: A Glimpse into the Industrial Revolution" Step back in time with "The Traveller, 1868-84 (oil on panel)" as we embark on a journey to explore the fascinating world of spinning mills. These iconic structures, like "Burnley 35135_061" and "Burnley 35135_043, " were at the heart of textile production during the 19th century. Intriguing paintings such as "Barkerend Mills 28888_027" and "the spinner, 19th century (oil on canvas)" capture the essence of this era, showcasing workers diligently operating their spinning wheels. The rhythmic hum of machinery resonates through these artworks, transporting us to a time when hand labor was gradually replaced by mechanization. Delve deeper into history with pieces like "The Lazy Service-Messenger Jester, 1660-86 (brush and Indian ink on paper), " which depicts an earlier form of spinning technology. Witness how women played a crucial role in this industry through works like "Woman with spinning wheel" and "The mother teaching, 1849. " Their skillful hands ensured that fibers were transformed into yarns ready for weaving. Traveling further across borders, we encounter scenes from Germany in "Women working in a spinning mill, 1880. " This image encapsulates not only the industrial progress but also highlights social dynamics within these establishments. Lastly, observe how other crafts intersected with spinning mills. In “The journeyman goldsmith with the master in the background watching a woman at her spinning wheel, ” witness how different trades coexisted within these bustling spaces. As we reflect upon these captivating glimpses into history captured by various artists throughout centuries, let us appreciate both the innovation brought forth by spinning mills and acknowledge those whose lives revolved around them.