Pliers Collection (page 3)

anatomical lesson Nicolaes Tulp Dissected Anointing
The anatomical lesson of Nicolaes Tulp Dissected Anointing / Demonstration Anatomique (title on object), Group portrait of the Amsterdam surgeons during an anatomical lesson

A Pair Of Pliers

The Crucifixion, 1527. Creator: Hans Burgkmair, the Elder
The Crucifixion, 1527

The Mass of Saint Gregory, 1511. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Mass of Saint Gregory, 1511

Allegory in praise of Cardinal Richelieu (1585-1642) fighting against Austria (the eagle) Spain
XIR224451 Allegory in praise of Cardinal Richelieu (1585-1642) fighting against Austria (the eagle) Spain (the lion) and the enemies within France (the caterpillars) 1628 (engraving) (b/w photo)

The Round Game of Happy Families, Mrs Plane
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Mrs Plane the Carpenters Wife. circa 1910

The vocation of Isaiah. Engraving

History. Utensils medicine. Turku. Finland. Pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Destructive boy demolishes radio
A destructive little boy prepares to demolish a radio - a little girl sticks her fingers in her ears to deaden the noise. Date: 1933

Cartoon, A great Christmas present, WW1
Cartoon, A great Christmas present. A soldier opens a wooden crate marked Very Fragile to find his godmother is inside it. Date: 1916

Blackspotted pliers support beetle, adult, on birch-bark, during a mating period (Rhagium mordax). in mixed forests near Ekaterinburg, Ural Mountains, Russia; early spring

Tools for making musical instruments, c. 1750
Various tools for the manufacture of musical instruments, c. 1750. Date: c. 1750

Footwear manufacturing, Zwick pliers
Illustration of a footwear manufacturing, Zwick pliers

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Black and white illustration of combination pliers

Black and white illustration of making hinged wire barbecue rack from coathanger and wire mesh

Black and white illustration of medieval armourer polishing helmet

Black and white illustration of medieval armourer making helmet

PLIERS, 1955. A pair of needle-nose pliers, manufactured in Sweden. Photographed by Walker Evans, 1955

MAGNETIZING IRON, 1600. A blacksmith hammering a heated iron bar to be magnetized, with its ends pointing towards the magnetic north and south poles

Vulcan forging Jupiters Lightening Bolts, 1636-38 (oil on canvas)
XIR897502 Vulcan forging Jupiters Lightening Bolts, 1636-38 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 181x97 cm; Prado, Madrid

Interior of Etienne Delaunes workshop, from Les Arts au Moyen Age
KW415617 Interior of Etienne Delaunes workshop, from Les Arts au Moyen Age, published 1873 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Life of Christ, the Raising of the Cross, preparatory study of tapestry cartoon for
XIR414566 Life of Christ, the Raising of the Cross, preparatory study of tapestry cartoon for the Church Saint-Merri in Paris

The Lamentation over the Dead Christ (oil on panel)
XIR61832 The Lamentation over the Dead Christ (oil on panel) by Christus, Petrus (c.1410-1475/76); 101x192 cm; Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium; Netherlandish

Nineteenth Century Surgical Instruments (etching)
KW421821 Nineteenth Century Surgical Instruments (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Amos and the Angel holding the pincers of the Passion of Christ, from the cupola
XIR216448 Amos and the Angel holding the pincers of the Passion of Christ, from the cupola of the Sacristy of St. Mark, c.1477 (fresco) (detail of 498726) by Forli

Fable of the Snake and the Files (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR215531 Fable of the Snake and the Files (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Descent from the Cross, c. 1614-15 (oil on canvas)
XIR212907 The Descent from the Cross, c.1614-15 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 338x194 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Joseph of Arimathea Supporting the Dead Christ, 1435 (oil on panel) (detail
XJL187570 Joseph of Arimathea Supporting the Dead Christ, 1435 (oil on panel) (detail from the Descent from the Cross) (see also 187563) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); Prado, Madrid

Smoking farmer, Matthijs Pool, Cornelis Dusart, 1696 - 1727

Sleeping putto, Anonymous, 1618 - 1705

Smoking farmer, Matthijs Pool, 1696 - 1727

The Forgers, study for Allegorie du Travail (red chalk on paper)
XIR227622 The Forgers, study for Allegorie du Travail (red chalk on paper) by Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre (1824-98); 85x92 cm; Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright

Sea chart of the northwestern part of the Baltic Sea by the Swedish coast, Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen (I), unknown, 1681 - 1799

JAPANESE CARTOON, c1895. A Japanese cartoon depicting a Japanese soldier extracting teeth from a Chinese man. Color woodcut by Kobayashi Kiyochika, c1895

MAGNETIZING IRON, 1600. A blacksmith hammering a heated iron bar to be magnetized, with its ends pointing towards the magnetic north and south poles

Have a Pain-free Year - Danish New Years Card
Have a Pain-free Year - Humorous Danish New Years Card showing a Gent atop an early aeroplane approaching his victim with tooth-removal pliers. Date: 1905

Little Ringed Plover chick about a week old, having a BTO bird ringed put on its leg

Farmer fencing with barbed wire, twisting wire with pliers, Sweden, spring

Digital illustration of cutting off barbed end of fish hook embedded in finger using pair of pliers

Clipping branch off rose bush

France, Vertillum, Instruments used for iron work: pliers and chisel France, Burgundy, Chatillon Sur Seine, Musee Du Chatillonnais (Archaeological Museum), Gallo-Roman civilization

Bronze pliers, used to forge metal by blacksmiths, from Pompei
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Bronze pliers used by blacksmiths over the fire to forge metal. From Pompei

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Pliers: The Versatile Tools of Craftsmanship and Artistry From carpentry to shoemaking, blacksmithing to dentistry, they have been an indispensable tool in various trades throughout history. These versatile instruments have aided craftsmen and artisans in their meticulous work, allowing them to shape and manipulate materials with precision. In the realm of carpentry and joinery, pliers serve as trusted companions. They assist in gripping nails firmly while they are being driven into wood or extracting stubborn ones when needed. Their sturdy jaws provide a secure grip on screws during installation or removal, ensuring accuracy in every task. Shoemakers also rely on these tools for their intricate craft. Pliers aid in stretching leather for a perfect fit or securing tiny nails that hold soles together. With skilled hands wielding pliers, shoemakers bring comfort and style to our feet. Blacksmiths can often be seen outside their fiery forges, forging metal into magnificent shapes using pliers as extensions of their hands. Whether it's bending red-hot iron bars or twisting them into ornate designs, these trusty tools allow blacksmiths to mold metal with finesse. The saddler and upholsterer employ pliers extensively too; they use them to pull tight stitches through thick layers of fabric or leather when creating exquisite horse saddles or luxurious furniture upholstery. Even dentists find value in this humble tool. In Naples' bustling streets, an Italian dentist delicately wields his pliers while performing dental procedures that ensure healthy smiles for his patients. Jewelers meticulously handle delicate pieces at their benches adorned with protective leather covers. Pliers play a crucial role here too – whether it's shaping precious metals like silver into intricate designs or carefully grasping gemstones during setting processes – these tools enable jewelers to create stunning works of wearable art. Artistic depictions also showcase the significance throughout history.