Woman Working a Foot Pedalled Power Loom 1854

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Woman Working a Foot Pedalled Power Loom 1854

Factory woman seated at her frame, preparing the wasp for a handloom. At the time the population of upwards of 18, 000 people, with the principal portion of whom were engaged in cotton and the silk industry. Date: 1854

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1840s 1845 Chester Cotton Factories Foot Frame Handloom Labour Loom Looms Machines Material Mill Mills Pedal Power Powered Preparing Silk Spinning Warp Weaving Worker

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This print captures a moment in history when women played a crucial role in the industrial revolution, particularly in the cotton and silk industry. The image shows a factory woman seated at her foot-pedalled power loom, diligently preparing the warp for a handloom. It is evident from her focused expression that she takes pride in her work and possesses great skill in operating the machine. The year is 1854, and Chester, Britain is bustling with activity as the population of over 18,000 people are engaged in various industries. The textile industry was booming during this time, with handlooms being an essential tool for weaving cotton and silk materials. As we admire this snapshot from the past, we are reminded of the tireless labor of women like her who helped drive economic growth during the 19th century. Their contributions to factories and mills were invaluable, despite often working long hours under challenging conditions. Mary Evans has beautifully captured this scene through her lens, allowing us to glimpse into a bygone era where hardworking women like this factory worker were instrumental in shaping our modern world. This print serves as a poignant reminder of their resilience and dedication to their craft.

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