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Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), French mechanic, inventor of weaving, threatened by Lyon canuts
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Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), French mechanic, inventor of weaving, threatened by Lyon canuts
XEE4164325 Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), French mechanic, inventor of weaving, threatened by Lyon canuts. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), French mechanic, inventor of weaving, threatened by Lyon canuts.); Stefano Bianchetti
Media ID 25901290
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a significant moment in history, depicting Joseph Marie Jacquard, the brilliant French mechanic and inventor of weaving. In this image, he is shown being threatened by Lyon canuts, laborers from the textile industry who were deeply impacted by his revolutionary invention. The engraving beautifully portrays the tension between innovation and tradition as Jacquard's invention disrupted the traditional methods of fabric production. The canuts, fearing for their livelihoods, saw him as a threat to their way of life. Jacquard's invention revolutionized the weaving metier with his automated loom that used punched cards to control patterns. This advancement not only increased efficiency but also allowed for intricate designs previously unattainable. The artist Stefano Bianchetti skillfully captures the intensity of this historical moment through meticulous detail and shading techniques. The composition draws attention to both Jacquard's determined expression and the menacing presence of the canuts surrounding him. This 19th-century photograph serves as a reminder of how progress often comes at a cost. It highlights the struggles faced by inventors like Jacquard who dared to challenge established norms while shedding light on societal tensions during an era marked by industrialization and social change.
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