Poster Print > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Merton
Poster Print : Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works, c1884. Creator: Unknown
Poster Prints from Heritage Images
Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works, c1884. Creator: Unknown
Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works, c1884. Workers hand-printing cotton fabric with woodblocks at Merton Abbey Mills in south London. The Abbey buildings were renovated and adapted for textile printing at the beginning of the 19th century, and acquired by the artist and textile designer William Morris (1834-1896) in 1881. From " Modern Art Monographs"
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 19064644
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Cotton Material Morris Textile Industry Textile Mill Textile Worker Textiles Worker William Morris By Hand
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage image, taken circa 1884, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past as skilled workers hand-print cotton fabric using wooden blocks at Merton Abbey Mills in South London. Bring the rich history of textile production into your home or office with this beautifully preserved, high-quality poster print. Perfect for decorating a study, workshop, or any space that appreciates the charm of heritage and tradition."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> William Morris
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> William White
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Textile fabric artworks
> Fabric artworks
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Textile fabric artworks
> Textile art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Modern art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome paintings
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Merton
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Merton
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 19th century, specifically to Merton Abbey Mills in south London. The image showcases a group of workers diligently hand-printing cotton fabric using traditional woodblocks. This historic site was originally renovated and transformed into a textile printing facility at the beginning of the 1800s, before being acquired by the renowned artist and textile designer William Morris in 1881. The photograph offers a glimpse into the bustling interior of this Victorian-era factory, where skilled individuals meticulously carry out their occupation in the textile industry. Surrounded by towering machinery and stacks of material, these dedicated workers play an integral role in producing high-quality printed textiles. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this snapshot from Britain's industrial past. It serves as a testament to both the craftsmanship involved in manual printing techniques and the significance of Merton Abbey Works within England's rich textile heritage. Preserved through time by an unknown creator, this remarkable woodblock print transports us back to an era when every piece of fabric carried with it a story woven through countless hours of laborious dedication. As we admire this image today, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also recognize those who contributed their skills and expertise to shape our history.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.