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Cutlery-making, c1750s
Cutlery-making, c1750s. Plate taken from volume II of Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne de Science, des Arts et des Metiers, edited by Denis Diderot and Jean d Alembert and published in 14 volumes between 1751 and 1765. Diderot and d Alemberts Le Grand Encyclopedie was more than a summary of all contemporary knowledge, it served as a manifesto for a new way of looking at the world by depicting and describing many of the instruments and processes which transformed the world during the Industrial Revolution
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Anvil Cutlery Dalembert Denis Denis Diderot Diderot Hammer Instrument Jean Jean Dalembert Jean Le Rond Dalembert Knife Knives Lathe Machine Machinery Nail Oxford Science Archive Pincers Pliers Rope Spatula Wheel Workshop Screwdriver
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the rich history of cutlery-making to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the captivating image of "Cutlery-making, c1750s" from The Print Collector at Heritage Images. This exquisite 18th-century print, taken from volume II of the Encyclopedie, showcases the intricate process of creating fine cutlery during an era known for its craftsmanship and attention to detail. Our high-quality metal prints are not just decorative pieces, they are a conversation starter and a window into the past. Each print is meticulously printed on a durable metal sheet using a state-of-the-art process, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that will last a lifetime. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the bustling world of cutlery-making in the 18th century. Captured from volume II of Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne de Science, des Arts et des Metiers, edited by Denis Diderot and Jean d Alembert, this plate serves as a visual manifesto for the transformative power of the Industrial Revolution. In this intricate scene, we witness skilled craftsmen meticulously crafting knives with an array of tools. The workshop is filled with activity as hammers strike metal on anvils, pincers hold materials firmly in place, and lathes spin with precision. The machinery hums along while ropes hang from above like a symphony conductor's baton. The image captures not only the physical instruments used but also showcases the spirit of innovation that defined this era. It symbolizes a new way of looking at the world - one that embraced progress and celebrated human ingenuity. As we delve into each detail within this monochrome composition, it becomes evident that every element plays its part in shaping history. From screws to spatulas and wheels to nails – these seemingly ordinary objects were integral components driving societal transformation during this period. Thanks to The Print Collector's preservation efforts through Oxford Science Archive, we can now marvel at this snapshot frozen in time. This print transports us back centuries ago when cutlery-making was not just a craft but an embodiment of human advancement itself.
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