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Trades in Regency England: Cheese making, check manufacture
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Trades in Regency England: Cheese making, check manufacture
Trades in Regency England: Cheese making, check manufacture and cotton printing. Dairymaid making cheese in Cheshire 55, man selling check cotton aprons door to door 56, and man printing rolls of cotton with wooden blocks in Manchester 57. Woodcut engraving from Rev. Isaac Taylors Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce, John Harris, London, 1823. Isaac Taylor was an English writer, artist, engraver and inventor 1787-1865
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This woodcut engraving, titled 'Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce' by the Reverend Isaac Taylor, provides a fascinating glimpse into the diverse trades of Regency England. The image is composed of three distinct scenes, each showcasing the production processes of cheese making in Cheshire (Scene 55), check manufacture (Scene 56), and cotton printing in Manchester (Scene 57). In the first scene, a dairymaid is depicted in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, skillfully tending to a large vat of curdled milk, which will eventually become cheese. Her attire, consisting of a traditional Georgian apron and headscarf, reflects the rustic simplicity of rural life. The second scene reveals a man selling check cotton aprons door to door. Checks, a popular textile design during the Regency period, were widely used in both clothing and household items. The man's profession allowed him to bring these desirable goods directly to consumers, thereby expanding their access to fashionable textiles. Lastly, in the bustling industrial city of Manchester, a man is seen meticulously printing rolls of cotton using wooden blocks. This process, which was a key component of the Industrial Revolution, revolutionized the textile industry and significantly increased production rates. The scene is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation that characterized the era. The intricate woodcut engraving not only offers an educational insight into various trades during Regency England but also captures the essence of the period's costume, industry, and social structure. This image is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of British industry, commerce, and daily life during the Georgian era.
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