Linen manufacture, Making webs

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Linen manufacture, Making webs

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Cotton Flax Linen Manufacture Mill Webs

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Step into the past with this vintage image of the linen manufacturing process, specifically the making of webs, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. The photograph transports us back to an era of industrial revolution, where the hum of machinery and the rhythmic clatter of looms filled the air. The scene unfolds in a grand mill, where the raw material, flax, is transformed into the delicate and elegant fabric we know as linen. Flax bundles are seen stacked high in the foreground, awaiting their turn to be processed. In the background, workers diligently tend to the looms, their faces focused and determined as they weave intricate patterns into the linen fabric. The heart of the operation is the towering lantern slide projector, casting an ethereal glow over the scene. The lantern slide, a precursor to the modern-day transparency, was a popular teaching tool during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It is believed that this image was captured for educational purposes, allowing students to observe the intricacies of linen manufacture up close. The intricate web of linen being produced is a testament to the skill and dedication of the workers, as well as the advanced machinery of the time. The linen industry was a significant contributor to the economy during this period, and the meticulous process of transforming raw flax into finished fabric was a source of pride for the mill workers and mill owners alike. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the rich history of linen manufacture, a process that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and perseverance of our ancestors, who harnessed the power of water and steam to create beautiful textiles that have stood the test of time.

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