Textile Factory Collection

Textile mill in Bergamo. Found in the Collection of Gallerie di Piazza Scala, Milano

The Saltaire; model textile factory, 1850
3480174 The Saltaire; model textile factory, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Saltaire; model textile factory founded by Titus Salt (1803-1876)

How to make calico from bread, 1919. Creator: Unknown artist
How to make calico from bread, 1919. Private Collection

Price increase in men's clothing in Sovdepien (White Guard poster), c.1919. Creator: Unknown artist
Price increase in men's clothing in Sovdepien (White Guard poster), c.1919. Private Collection

British Industries - Cotton, 1924. Artist: Robinson, Cayley (1862-1927)
British Industries - Cotton, 1924. From a private collection

Cotton mill Krasnaya Talka in Iwanowo, . Private Collection

Poster of the Sergei Simanins Paper Yarn Weaving Factory in Stavrov, Early 20th cen. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Architecture, History and Art, Vladimir

Textile factory in Kirovobad. Artist: Stroev, Pyotr Pheonovich (1898-1942)
Textile factory in Kirovobad. Found in the collection of State Museum- and exhibition Centre ROSIZO, Moscow

New England textile factory, 1800s
Sugar River textile mill in Newport, New Hampshire, about 1880. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Exterior of The White Cloth Hall, Leeds, England Victorian Engraving
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraving of Exterior of The White Cloth Hall, Leeds, England Victorian Engraving from Our Own Country, Great Britain, Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial

History of Textile Industry - Cotton Spinning Machine
Vintage engraving of a diagram of a Cotton Spinning Machine, Drawing and Roving Frames.1880

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Textile workers in a northern mill, mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Interior of Marshallas Flax Mill, Leeds, England Victorian Engraving
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraving of the Interior of Marshallas Flax Mill, Leeds, England Victorian Engraving Our Own Country, Great Britain, Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial

Textile industry retro machinery
Illustration of a textile industry retro machinery

Bleaching and dyeing cotton machines, Yarn dyeing
illustration of a bleaching and dyeing of cotton machines

Bleaching and dyeing cotton machines
illustration of a bleaching and dyeing of cotton machines

Textile / tapestry machine
Antique illustration of machinery used in textile/tapestry industry isolated on white

Shear frame
Antique illustration of a shear frame

Sizing machine
Antique illustration of a sizing machine

Flax spinning machine
Antique illustration of a Flax spinning machine

Linen industry textile weaving machine
Antique illustration of a linen industry textile weaving machine

Textile Flat Stretching Machine
Antique illustration of a textile Flat Stretching Machine

Cotton-spinning machinery
Antique illustration of a cotton-spinning machinery

Taping machine
Antique illustration of a taping machine

Yarn haspel machine
Antique illustration of a yarn haspel machine

Textile industry stretching machine
Antique illustration of a textile industry stretching machine

Mooring machine
Antique illustration of a mooring machine

Jacquard weaving machine
Antique illustration of a Jacquard weaving machine

Shearer, textile manufacture machines
Antique illustration of a Shearer, textile manufacture machines

Textile manufacture machines
Antique illustration of a textile manufacture machines

Old handcraft, textile manufacture machines
Antique illustration of an Old handcraft, textile manufacture machines

Textile loom in the Garnier-Thiebaut factory at Gerardmer, France

Germany, Euskirchen-Kuchenheim, Muller textile factory
Germany - Industrial archaeology. Muller textile factory at Euskirchen-Kuchenheim

Germany, Wuppertal-Barmen, Bemberg textile factory
Germany - Industrial archaeology. Bemberg textile factory at Wuppertal-Barmen

Germany, Wuppertal-Elberfeld, Fowein textile factory
Germany - Industrial archaeology. Fowein textile factory at Wuppertal-Elberfeld

Germany, Textile factory in Monchengladbach
Germany - Industrial archaeology. Textile factory in Monchengladbach

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Boott Cotton Mills on the Merrimac River in Lowell, Massachusetts, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Textile mills line the Merrimac and Concord rivers in Lowell, Massachusetts, 1830s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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MIll worker tending mule-spinners, an industrial textile machine, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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Step into the world of textile manufacturing with a glimpse into the rich history and diverse locations that have shaped this industry. From the bustling textile mill in Bergamo to the iconic White Cloth Hall in Leeds, England, these images capture the essence of a thriving trade. Intricate engravings transport us back to Victorian times, showcasing the exterior of The White Cloth Hall and Marshallas Flax Mill in Leeds. These grand structures stand as testaments to an era when textiles reigned supreme. The evolution of textile production is evident through depictions such as the Cotton Spinning Machine, which revolutionized the industry's efficiency. British Industries - Cotton takes us on a visual journey through time, highlighting its significance in 1924. Traveling further east, we encounter cotton mills like Krasnaya Talka in Iwanowo and Sergei Simanins Paper Yarn Weaving Factory in Stavrov. These posters offer glimpses into early 20th-century factories that played vital roles within their respective communities. Pyotr Pheonovich Stroev's artwork transports us to Kirovobad's textile factory, providing insight into daily life within its walls during his time. Meanwhile, New England's textile factory from the 1800s reminds us of America's contribution to this global industry. Artistic representations also shed light on societal perceptions surrounding labor and productivity. William Hogarth's Industry and Idleness painting depicts an industrious apprentice amidst spinning wheels and looms—a powerful commentary on work ethic during his era. Lastly, vintage machinery evokes nostalgia for bygone eras when mechanical marvels powered these factories' operations. Textile industry retro machinery serves as a reminder of how far technology has advanced since then while honoring its roots. These captivating images invite you to explore different facets of textile manufacturing—its architecture, technological advancements, cultural impact—and appreciate its enduring legacy across continents throughout history.