Tools Of The Trade Collection

Sub - Officer Joseph Moore of the Vauxhall Fire Brigade, entered the premises above a blazing oil shop in Ram Payne Street

With a felling axe, Harry ( Heathfield ) the Hedger of Charing, Kent, has cut off the stumps of a hedge he previously trimmed. 6 February 1951 TopFoto

A Japanese wood-engraver, 1864. Creator: Unknown
A Japanese wood-engraver, 1864. '...from a sketch by our Artist at Yokohama. It is painful here to observe the uncomfortable position of the Japanese engraver at his work - to see how he is

The Apothecary, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT236332 The Apothecary, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

A Baker, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT201102 A Baker, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

The Glaziers Costume (coloured engraving)
XIR199217 The Glaziers Costume (coloured engraving) by Bonnart (Family of Engravers) (1650-1750); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Cook, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT177848 The Cook, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

The Stonemason, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT173517 The Stonemason, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

Andrea Palladio (1508-80) engraved by Bernard Picart (1673-1733) 1716 (engraving)
STC89245 Andrea Palladio (1508-80) engraved by Bernard Picart (1673-1733) 1716 (engraving) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian

The Doctor, an allegorical costume design, after an image engraved by one of
CHT176055 The Doctor, an allegorical costume design, after an image engraved by one of the Larmessin family, c.1640-84 (coloured engraving) by French School

The Soap Maker, c. 1735 (coloured engraving) (see also 170136)
CHT170137 The Soap Maker, c.1735 (coloured engraving) (see also 170136) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

The Soap Maker, c. 1735 (coloured engraving) (see also 170137)
CHT170136 The Soap Maker, c.1735 (coloured engraving) (see also 170137) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

A gardener, allegorical representation, c. 1735 (colour litho)
CHT184917 A gardener, allegorical representation, c.1735 (colour litho) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

A Peasant Man, 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT201103 A Peasant Man, 1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

The Surgeon, c. 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT234591 The Surgeon, c.1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

Picture Seller, c. 1735 (colour engraving)
CHT164023 Picture Seller, c.1735 (colour engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Two Carpenters with a Handsaw, Wood Plane, Hammer, Compass, and Square, 1880s

Two Men and a Boy with Outside Calipers, Backsaw, Square, and Frame Saw, 1860s

Adolphe Ardail, Imprimeur, 1901, (1903). Creator: Adolphe Ardail
Adolphe Ardail, Imprimeur, 1901, (1903). Self portrait of French copperplate printer and conservationist Adolphe Ardail (1835-1911)

The village barber, 1772. Artist: James Bretherton
The village barber, 1772. View of a barber, holding a lancet in one hand, a razor in the other and carrying a shaving dish under one arm

Tailor, c1845. In the centre the tailor is using a flat iron to press a jacket on an ironing board. At the bottom is a sheep, source of the wool from which the cloth for the jacket was woven

Stonemasons, c1845. Masons wearing heavy leather safety aprons, sawing stone blocks and shaping them with mallet and chisel. Top: breaking stone with fire and water

Carpenters at work, surrounded by various tools, c1845. Top: felling a tree and cutting it into planks in a saw-pit

Building trade, c1845. A bricklayer working on a wooden scaffold (centre), a brickyard (top), mixing mortar (right), and a labourer carrying a load up a long ladder (left)

The block, axe and executioners mask. From London Pictures, published 1890

The Masons Costume (coloured engraving)
XIR227665 The Masons Costume (coloured engraving) by Bonnart (Family of Engravers) (1650-1750); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Gardeners Costume (coloured engraving)
XIR221391 The Gardeners Costume (coloured engraving) by Bonnart (Family of Engravers) (1650-1750); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Fish traps in front of a shingle hut in Neils Harbour, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Tools Of The Safe Cracker
San Francisco, California: 1921. Tools of the trade used by safe cracker Ernie Bowen and his mob in over 100 safe cracking jobs

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"Tools of the Trade: A Glimpse into Historical Professions" Sub-Officer Joseph Moore of the Vauxhall Fire Brigade, entered the premises above, armed with his trusty fire axe. With determination in his eyes and courage in his heart, he stands ready to combat any blaze that threatens the safety of his community. In Charing, Kent, Harry (Heathfield) the Hedger wields a felling axe with precision and skill. Through years of experience and hard work, he has transformed unruly hedges into works of art, shaping landscapes one swing at a time. Step back in time to 1735 as we explore various professions captured through coloured engravings. The Apothecary meticulously measures out potions and remedies while a Baker kneads dough with expertise to create delectable treats for all. The Glazier dons an intricate costume as they delicately handle glass panels. Their tools reflect their craftmanship - from cutting edges to smoothing stones - ensuring windows shine brightly like jewels. Enter the realm of culinary delights as The Cook takes center stage. Armed with knives and ladles, they orchestrate symphonies of flavors that tantalize taste buds and leave patrons craving more. The Stonemason's chisel dances across stone surfaces creating magnificent sculptures that stand as testaments to their dedication. Each strike shapes dreams into reality under their skilled hands. Andrea Palladio's architectural genius is immortalized through Bernard Picart's engraving. These tools showcase Palladio's ability to design grand structures that have stood strong for centuries. In an allegorical costume design lies The Doctor; symbols representing healing are intricately woven together on this remarkable ensemble. This image serves as a reminder of medicine's noble pursuit - saving lives using knowledge passed down through generations. Witnessing soap being made is truly mesmerizing; The Soap Maker employs techniques refined over time using specialized equipment such as vats and stirring rods.