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Beating hot garden forks, Ward & Payne Ltd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965
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Beating hot garden forks, Ward & Payne Ltd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965
Beating hot garden forks, Ward & Payne Ltd, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1965. Red hot garden forks are beaten into shape on an anvil before being finished
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Anvil Beating Factory Worker Fork Garden Fork Garden Tool Hammer Hammering Iron Iron And Steel Industry Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Shaping Sheffield South Yorkshire Steel Steelworks Toolmaking Walters
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This print takes us back to the industrial landscape of Sheffield, South Yorkshire in 1965. In this image, we witness the skilled craftsmanship of workers at Ward & Payne Ltd as they meticulously shape red hot garden forks on an anvil. The intense heat radiates from the glowing metal, creating a mesmerizing scene. The men in this photograph are dedicated professionals who play a crucial role in the iron and steel industry that was once synonymous with Britain's manufacturing prowess. With hammers in hand, they skillfully hammer away at the molten metal, shaping it into functional tools for gardens across the country. The monochrome setting adds a timeless quality to this snapshot of manual labor inside an industrial building. It serves as a reminder of how hard work and dedication were integral parts of everyday life during this era. Photographer Michael Walters expertly captures not only the physicality of their job but also conveys their pride and commitment to their craft. Their portraits reveal faces weathered by years spent working amidst fire and steel. This evocative image transports us back to a time when factories like Ward & Payne Ltd were bustling hubs of activity, where hands-on skills merged with heavy machinery to create essential tools for daily life. It is through photographs like these that we can appreciate both the artistry involved in toolmaking and its significance within our cultural heritage.
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