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Making Collection (page 8)

From Betsy Ross stitching the first American flag to Coopers crafting wooden barrels, the art has shaped our history

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Making Collection: Little Bo-Peep
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Making Collection: Une Trouvaille
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Making Collection: Advertisement for Nell Gwynn Candles
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Making Collection: Advertisement for Henry Heath Hats. Captioned, Over 100 years of hat making'
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Making Collection: A model of the Globe Theatre, created by John Cranford Adams (1903-1986). Date: 1954
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Making Collection: Advert for Certo pure fruit pectin, featuring a recipe for strawberry jam. Date: 1932
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Making Collection: British smaller Inland Postcard
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Making Collection: Middle class violinist and singer watched by envious couple
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Making Collection: Horse and cart making deliveries in a flooded street
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Making Collection: German soldier with pickelhelm, rifle and bayonet
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Making Collection: 1920 Girls Making Dolls Clothes Silhouette Depicting
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Making Collection: Allan Boesak speaking at NUJ
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Making Collection: Jumbo's joy in the hot weather: Elephants shooting the chute at the Franco-British Exhibition held
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Making Collection: David Blunkett, British Labour politician, giving a speech
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Making Collection: Bill Morris, trade union leader, giving a speech
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Making Collection: Michael Foot giving a speech, with Nye Bevan on the left
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Making Collection: Michael Foot, Labour politician, giving a speech
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Making Collection: Michael Foot, Labour politician and writer
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Making Collection: David Owen Anthony Llewellyn Baron 1938 British
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Making Collection: Bob Crow, RMT trade union leader, giving a speech
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Making Collection: Neville Chamberlain giving a speech
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Making Collection: Representing the tailors of the regiment making kilts for the Gordon Highlanders in
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Making Collection: The Mayor of Madrid making a speech; Spanish Civil War 1936
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Making Collection: Moroccan Nationalist Troops on parade, Burgos; Spanish Civil
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Making Collection: Pastry making - Slit On Top 1907
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Making Collection: Pastry making - Adding Decoration 1907
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Making Collection: Trim the edge of the tart with share knife. Date: 1907
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Making Collection: Rub lightly together with the finger tips, let the air into it. Date: 1907
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Making Collection: Damp the pie-dish with white of egg to make the paste stick. Date: 1907
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Making Collection: Patent Manning Wardle & Co, locomotive engineers, steam road roller designed in Paris
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Making Collection: Burmese women rolling leaf tobacco into cigars. Date: 1908
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Making Collection: Women making Valentine gifts, made from paper, ribbons and glue. Date: 1908
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Making Collection: Satirical cartoon, A Senatus Consultum
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Making Collection: TILBURY (ALKEN)
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Making Collection: Woman in a long dress with a fan, or making other movements. Date: 1887
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Making Collection: Michel in the air 1909
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Making Collection: Making up for the Stage'. Date: 1909
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Making Collection: MAGELLAN
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Making Collection: Untitled, from the series Christmas Fare from the Empire (colour litho)
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Making Collection: Newly introduced dog section of the Paris police making arrests in the Bois de Boulogne
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Making Collection: Coronation procession of George IV (1762-1830), St James Park, London, 19 July 1821
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Making Collection: Illustration for My Farm (colour litho)
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Making Collection: The Sewing Room; Le Salon de Couture, c. 1920 (oil on canvas)
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Making Collection: Sweden, Glasriket, Kingdom of Glass historical glass making region, Nybro, Pukeberg Glasbruk
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Making Collection: Allegory of the Silversmith's Trade (oil on canvas)
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Making Collection: Hour and day dial originating from Brabant (oil on panel)


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From Betsy Ross stitching the first American flag to Coopers crafting wooden barrels, the art has shaped our history. As depicted in Henry Mosler's painting, we witness the dedication and skill required to create something meaningful. Just like the intricate Bayeux Tapestry that tells the story of the Battle of Hastings, every stitch and thread holds significance. Even honey bees diligently constructing their honeycomb remind us that nature itself is a master maker. In times of war, making took on new forms as seen through Women's Institute activities during World War I. Their resourcefulness and creativity helped sustain communities amidst chaos. However, not all creations were noble; German propaganda posters during WWI aimed to manipulate minds with their crafty designs. Artistic endeavors also found their place in literature, such as Mr. Bingley's anticipation for an artwork in Pride & Prejudice or Muriel Dawson's charming illustration titled 'Little Miss Natty Fingers. ' These pieces demonstrate how making transcends mediums and captures emotions. Even sports have witnessed moments where making takes center stage – Compton and Edrich leaving the Oval pitch after a game in 1953 symbolizes both triumphs achieved through teamwork and individual craftsmanship. Lastly, let us not forget about timekeeping instruments like Tompion's Lantern Clock – a testament to precision engineering throughout history. Whether it be sewing flags or creating cider presses, these snapshots from different eras highlight humanity's innate desire to make something lasting. The act of creation connects us across time and cultures; it is an expression of our ingenuity and passion.