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A Factoryscape in the Potteries, (1938)
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A Factoryscape in the Potteries, (1938)
A Factoryscape in the Potteries, (1938). Smoke from chimneys in the industrial area known as the Staffordshire Potteries, Stoke-on-Trent. Due to the local availability of clay and coal, North Staffordshire became a centre of ceramic production in the early 17th century. Illustration from A History of Everyday Things in England - Done in four parts of which this is the third. The Rise of Industrialism 1733-1851, by Marjorie and C. D. B. Quennell. [B. T. Batsford Ltd. London, 1938]
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A History Of Everyday Things In England Charles Henry Bourne Charles Henry Bourne Quennell Chb Quennell Chimney Chimneys County Courtney Factories Industrial Revolution Marjorie Marjorie Courtney Marjorie Quennell Quennell Staffordshire Potteries The Potteries
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This photo print, titled "A Factoryscape in the Potteries, (1938)" offers a glimpse into the industrial area of Staffordshire Potteries in Stoke-on-Trent. The image captures the dense smoke billowing from numerous chimneys that dominate the landscape. This region became renowned for its ceramic production during the early 17th century due to the abundant availability of clay and coal. The photograph is an illustration taken from "A History of Everyday Things in England - Done in four parts of which this is the third. The Rise of Industrialism 1733-1851" written by Marjorie and C. D. B Quennell and published by B. T. Batsford Ltd. , London, in 1938. It showcases how industrialization transformed North Staffordshire into a hub for manufacturing ceramics. The monochrome composition evokes a sense of nostalgia as it transports viewers back to a pivotal period in history – when factories played a significant role in shaping society. The image's stark contrast highlights both the grandeur and impact these structures had on their surroundings. Through this photo print, we are reminded not only of technological advancements but also of social change brought about by industrial revolution. It serves as a visual testament to our past, capturing an important chapter that shaped England's cultural heritage.
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