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Blacksmith, Southrop BBL_02524
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Size: 4995 x 3774 (3.7MB)
Date: 27th June 2018
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Job Title: Photographer
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Blacksmith, Southrop BBL_02524
The Forge, Southrop, Cotswold, Gloucestershire. Interior view of the Forge, showing the blacksmith at work. Photographed in 1938 by Sydney Alfred Pitcher
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Media ID 15160840
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Mid 20th Century People At Work People Posed Black And White Print Blacksmithing Forge Traditional Crafts
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This evocative photograph captures the timeless essence of traditional blacksmithing, as documented by the renowned photographer Sydney Alfred Pitcher in 1938. The image, titled "The Forge, Southrop, Cotswold, Gloucestershire," offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a simpler time when craftsmanship was a cherished and integral part of rural life. The interior of the forge is bathed in the warm, orange glow of the coal fire, casting long, dramatic shadows across the room. At the heart of the scene, the blacksmith, focused intently on his work, hammers away at a red-hot piece of iron. Sweat drips from his brow as he skillfully shapes the metal, the rhythmic clanging of his hammer against the anvil echoing through the space. Surrounding the blacksmith, various tools of his trade are neatly arranged, each one essential to the intricate process of forging metal. The walls of the forge are adorned with a collection of horseshoes, a testament to the blacksmith's dedication to his craft and the importance of this skill in maintaining the health and well-being of local horses. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and tradition of blacksmithing, a craft that has been practiced for centuries. The blacksmith's forge, with its raw, elemental energy and the mastery of its creator, stands as a symbol of the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit. Sydney Alfred Pitcher's captivating image invites us to reflect on the value of preserving such traditions, even as the world around us continues to change.
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