Spinning And Weaving Collection

Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524 (woodcut)
7186134 Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524 (woodcut) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spinning Bee, Germany, c1524)

The Three Fates, 1810-20 (pen, ink, wash and gouache on paper)
5862110 The Three Fates, 1810-20 (pen, ink, wash and gouache on paper) by Felice, Giani (1758-1823); 26.6x28.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Felice Giani (1758-1823))

Fisherman and his wife mending nets
7261258 Fisherman and his wife mending nets. by Kuyper, Jacques (1761-1808) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 19th century Dutch fisherman and his wife mending nets)

A Young Shepherdess Spinning (red & white chalk and charcoal on paper)
XHC220066 A Young Shepherdess Spinning (red & white chalk and charcoal on paper) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 25x30 cm; Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg, France

17th century Dutch spectacles seller offering his wares to a wom, 1803 (engraving)
7233057 17th century Dutch spectacles seller offering his wares to a wom, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman of Scandinavia, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234002 Woman of Scandinavia, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman of Scandinavia, 16th century)

Woman of the Island of Grenada, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7233989 Woman of the Island of Grenada, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman of the Island of Grenada, 16th century)

Quechua women of Peru, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234156 Quechua women of Peru, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quechua women of Peru, 16th century)

Portrait of Lucy Byng, Ist Countess of Bradford (1766-1844), c. 1786-1844 (oil on canvas)
7240859 Portrait of Lucy Byng, Ist Countess of Bradford (1766-1844), c.1786-1844 (oil on canvas) by English School, (18th century); 6x5 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire

Illustration for The Scholar-Gipsy by Matthew Arnold (colour litho)
7180947 Illustration for The Scholar-Gipsy by Matthew Arnold (colour litho) by Adams, Frank (1871-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Rapt, twirling in thy hand a wither d spray)

A Girl with a Cow and Sheep in a Rocky Landscape, c. 1700 (oil on canvas)
6448778 A Girl with a Cow and Sheep in a Rocky Landscape, c.1700 (oil on canvas) by Ceruti, Giacomo (Il Pitocchetto) (1698-1767); 119x91 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceruti)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad (engraving)
7197429 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rouet; Spinning-wheel; Spinnrad)

A Greek House (colour litho)
7159479 A Greek House (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Greek House. Illustration for Life in Early Days by Elizabeth Fraser (James Nisbet, c 1932)

Pictures of children playing (litho)
7201091 Pictures of children playing (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pictures of children playing)

Chaucers Canterbury Tales: "Tending her flocks and spinning busily at the same time"(colour litho)
7155655 Chaucers Canterbury Tales: " Tending her flocks and spinning busily at the same time" (colour litho) by Kirk

The Afternoon Nap (engraving)
7167593 The Afternoon Nap (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afternoon Nap)

Norway: Peasant spinning at Vossevangen (b / w photo)
7198065 Norway: Peasant spinning at Vossevangen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasant spinning at Vossevangen)

Joan of Arc having a religious vision (chromolitho)
7185109 Joan of Arc having a religious vision (chromolitho) by Benouville, Francois Leon (1821-59); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc having a religious vision, with the Archangel Michael)

Woman spinning flax (engraving)
7185990 Woman spinning flax (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman spinning flax)

Production of wool (coloured engraving)
7201023 Production of wool (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Production of wool)

Working with wool (coloured engraving)
7201022 Working with wool (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Working with wool)

Grandmothers help (engraving)
7166865 Grandmothers help (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grandmothers help)

Turner using a lathe (engraving)
7185989 Turner using a lathe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turner using a lathe)

The Dazzling Top (engraving)
7163201 The Dazzling Top (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dazzling Top)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quenouille; Distaff; Spinnrocken (engraving)
7197302 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Quenouille; Distaff; Spinnrocken (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quenouille; Distaff; Spinnrocken)

Norway: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund (b / w photo)
7198050 Norway: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardanger Peasants, Norheimsund)

Trades in Regency England: Grinding cutlery, iron works and flax spinning
6340305 Trades in Regency England: Grinding cutlery, iron works and flax spinning by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: Grinding cutlery, iron works and flax spinning)

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"Unraveling the Threads of History: A Glimpse into the World of Spinning and Weaving" Step back in time to the German industry of the 1930s, where textile machines hummed with precision. In a captivating black and white photo, we witness a remarkable sight - a powerful spinning machine that symbolizes Germany's prowess in this field. But it is not just machinery that tells this story; women workers in a Bavarian Spinning Mill also play an integral role. Another evocative black and white image transports us to their world, showcasing their dedication and skill as they laboriously spin threads that will eventually become exquisite fabrics. Travel further back through history to Hungary in the 18th century, where we encounter a Russian serf woman engaged in spinning. An engraving from 1823 captures her timeless beauty as she expertly works with woolen fibers, highlighting how this craft transcends borders and eras. Delving deeper into history, we stumble upon a woodcut from c1524 depicting a "Spinning Bee" in Germany. This communal gathering showcases how spinning was not only an essential trade but also fostered social connections among individuals who shared their knowledge and techniques. Returning to the German industry of the 1930s, we discover more fascinating aspects such as weaving looms, finishing machines, felt machines - all captured vividly through monochromatic photographs. These images reveal both technological advancements and human ingenuity that propelled Germany's textile sector forward during this era. Intriguingly contrasting these modern scenes are depictions like "The Three Fates, " created between 1810-20. Rendered using pen, ink washes, and gouache on paper, it portrays three mythical figures who controlled destiny by spinning life's threads - reminding us of ancient beliefs intertwined with our everyday lives. As we reflect on these glimpses into history's tapestry of spinning and weaving, we recognize the enduring significance of this craft.