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Cotton manufacture, c1845
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Cotton manufacture, c1845
Cotton manufacture, c1845. An adult hand with a boy assistant, forming cotton into laps so that it could be put into the carding machine in a uniform amounts. In the foreground are baskets of cotton that had been through the gin to remove seeds and separate fibres. On the right at the back of the bench, there is a balance for weighing cotton. Under the bench are laps ready for carding. From The Useful Arts and Manufactures of Great Britain by Charles Tomlinson. (London, c1845). (Colorised black and white print)
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Balance Basket Carding Child Labour Colorised Colourised Cotton Cotton Mill Exploitation Industrial Revolution Manufacturing Mill Textile Industry Textile Manufacturing Textile Mill Textile Worker Textiles Worker Weighing Device
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This print from c1845 offers a glimpse into the world of cotton manufacture during the height of the Industrial Revolution. The image showcases an adult hand, accompanied by a young boy assistant, skillfully forming cotton into laps for further processing in the carding machine. The foreground is adorned with baskets filled with cotton that has undergone the gin process to remove seeds and separate fibers. A closer look reveals a balance on the right side of the bench, used for weighing cotton accurately before proceeding with production. Laps ready for carding can be seen neatly arranged under the bench, emphasizing efficiency and organization within this bustling textile mill. The colorized print brings vibrancy to this historical scene, transporting us back to a time when factories were at their peak in Great Britain. This visual representation sheds light on both the industry's progress and its darker aspects such as child labor and exploitation. As we observe this snapshot from our past, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements while also prompting reflection on ethical practices within manufacturing industries. This remarkable engraving captures not only an era but also encapsulates significant themes surrounding 19th-century textile manufacturing - making it an invaluable piece preserved by Heritage Images.
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