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Metal Print : Dickens Brothers leather works, Northampton BB99_05292
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Dickens Brothers leather works, Northampton BB99_05292
DICKENS BROTHERS, Northampton. Photograph of interior of leather works c.1929. Preparing leather for the shoe and boot industry
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Media ID 482978
© Historic England
Factory Industrial People Work
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the captivating image of Dickens Brothers Leather Works, Northampton (BB99_05292) from Historic England Archive. This vintage photograph, captured in 1929, offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of the Northampton shoe and boot industry. Our premium metal prints are not just decorative pieces; they are a testament to the craftsmanship and history of the past. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality metal sheets using a sublimation process, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your home or office décor and let the story of Dickens Brothers Leather Works inspire you every day.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling interior of Dickens Brothers leather works in Northampton, England, circa 1929. The image offers a rare glimpse into the industrial process of preparing leather for the shoe and boot industry during the early 20th century. The scene is filled with a sense of purpose and productivity as workers diligently tend to their tasks. In the foreground, a man carefully trims excess fat from a freshly tanned hide, while another man, clad in protective apron and goggles, operates a large machine, likely used for shaving or smoothing the leather. The atmosphere is thick with the scent of leather and the sounds of machinery, as the workers expertly navigate their way through the maze of equipment and raw materials. The walls are lined with shelves of tools and finished leather, while the floor is covered in piles of hides, waiting to be transformed into high-quality footwear. The Dickens Brothers leather works was a significant contributor to Northampton's thriving shoe industry, which was renowned for its craftsmanship and innovation during this period. The town's proximity to rich grazing lands and abundant water sources made it an ideal location for tanning and leather production. This photograph is a testament to the skill and dedication of the workers, who played a crucial role in the creation of the durable and stylish footwear that put Northampton on the map as a global leader in the industry. The Dickens Brothers leather works, with its intricate process and attention to detail, represents a bygone era of industrial craftsmanship and innovation.
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