Four coopers hard at work in their workshop making traditional wooden barrels. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith. Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries. © Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10265211

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Four dedicated coopers, dressed in traditional attire, are deeply engrossed in their craft as they work tirelessly to create authentic wooden barrels in this evocative painting by Malcolm Greensmith. The scene transports us back in time to a rural workshop, where the smell of fresh wood and the sound of hammering fill the air. The coopers, with their muscular arms and calloused hands, are focused on their task at hand. One cooper is hammering away at a barrel hoop on an anvil, while another is carefully fitting a new hoop onto a barrel. A third cooper is painting intricate designs on a freshly made barrel, while the fourth takes a break, sipping tea and stroking a curious cat. The workshop is filled with the tools of their trade - hammers, chisels, planes, and saws, all arranged neatly on the workbench. A pipe and a cup sit on the bench, remnants of a previous break. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, where the focus was on the craftsmanship and quality of the product, rather than mass production. The barrels, once completed, would have been used to store a variety of liquids, most notably beer. The intricate designs on the barrels were not just for decoration, but also served a functional purpose, helping to identify the contents and the origin of the barrel. This painting captures the essence of the cooper's craft, the dedication, skill, and pride that goes into creating a traditional wooden barrel. It is a testament to the rich history of rural crafts and the importance of preserving traditional skills for future generations.

Framed Prints

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Photo Prints

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