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Tanning Industry
Various processes of the tanning industry, circa 1800. Women peel oak bark to tan the leather, while men steep goatskins, tan leather with sumach, unhair a goatskin, and split and taw the leather. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11796748
© 2007 Getty Images
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This vintage image from Hulton Archive transports you to the heart of the tanning industry in the late 1800s. Witness the intricate process unfold as women meticulously peel oak bark to tan leather, while men steep goatskins and apply sumac for tanning. Observe as they unhair goatskins, split the leather, and taw it to perfection. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with premium metal sheets coated with a protective layer, ensuring a long-lasting, vibrant display of this historical moment. Bring the rich tapestry of the past into your modern home or office with this stunning piece of art.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print, we are transported back in time to the tanning industry of the 1800s. The image showcases various processes involved in transforming raw animal hides into supple leather. A group of hardworking women can be seen meticulously peeling oak bark, an essential step in the tanning process that imparts durability and color to the leather. Meanwhile, men diligently steep goatskins, tan leather with sumach, unhair a goatskin, and skillfully split and taw the leather. The scene exudes a sense of teamwork as these craftsmen work harmoniously together to produce high-quality materials for their trade. Their dedication is evident in their focused expressions and coordinated movements. Surrounding them are rustic logs and trees, reminding us of the rural origins of this ancient craft. This portrait-style photograph captures not only the industrial nature of this labor-intensive profession but also highlights the machinery used during that era. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity as well as our ability to adapt tools for specific tasks. Through this historical snapshot preserved by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we gain insight into an essential aspect of our past - one that shaped industries worldwide while showcasing both men's and women's contributions within it.
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