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Trades in Regency England. Hop picking, South Down
Trades in Regency England. Hop picking, South Down sheep and effects of gunpowder. Man cutting hops, women and children picking off the hops in Farnham 19, shepherd with flock of sheep on the South Downs 20, and explosion at a gunpowder mill in Battle, Sussex 21. Woodcut engraving from Rev. Isaac Taylors Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce, John Harris, London, 1823. Isaac Taylor was an English writer, artist, engraver and inventor 1787-1865
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This woodcut engraving, titled 'Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce' by the English artist, writer, and inventor, Rev. Isaac Taylor, offers a glimpse into the diverse trades and industries of Regency England. The image is composed of three distinct scenes. In the first scene, set against the picturesque backdrop of the South Downs, we find the labor-intensive process of hop picking. A man, dressed in traditional Regency attire, is seen carefully cutting the hops from the bines, while women and children pick off the ripe cones. The South Downs, with their rolling hills and sheep grazing in the distance, add to the idyllic setting. The second scene showcases the life of a shepherd on the South Downs. A shepherd, dressed in a woolen coat and hat, leads a flock of sheep through the lush pasture. The South Downs, known for their chalky soil and mild climate, have long been renowned for their sheep farming. The third scene presents a stark contrast to the pastoral idyll of the previous two. An explosion at a gunpowder mill in Battle, Sussex, is depicted in dramatic detail. The mill, with its tall chimney and intricate machinery, stands in the foreground, while the sky above is filled with billowing smoke and the ground below is engulfed in flames. This engraving, published in 1823 by John Harris in London, provides a fascinating insight into the diverse range of trades and industries that thrived in Regency England. From agriculture and livestock farming to manufacturing and industry, the country was undergoing a period of rapid change and growth. The image also offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the people who worked in these trades, from the hop pickers and shepherds to the mill workers and turners. The intricate detail and beautiful composition of the engraving make it a valuable educational resource for those interested in the history of industry and everyday life in Regency England.
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