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Poster Print : Cutting room at Crysede Island Works, St Ives, Cornwall. 23rd March 1931 or 23rd March 1936
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Cutting room at Crysede Island Works, St Ives, Cornwall. 23rd March 1931 or 23rd March 1936
Alec Walker left Mirfield, Yorkshire, in 1918 to set up a small experimental textile factory in Newlyn where wood-block printed silk fabrics and garments were designed and manufactured. By 1925 the Crysede venture had become a successful craft industry, employing many local people, which required larger premises. In 1926 the works moved to the former Western Pilchard cellar at the base of The Island in St Ives, where this photograph was taken. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : IVScr.1
Media ID 18213476
© From the collection of the RIC
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: A captivating image of the "Cutting Room at Crysede Island Works, St Ives, Cornwall." This vintage photograph, hailing from the Royal Cornwall Museum, transports us back in time to 1931 or 1936. This evocative print showcases the working environment of Alec Walker's innovative textile factory in Newlyn. Established in 1918, Crysede Island Works became renowned for its wood-block printed silk fabrics and garments, designed and manufactured on-site. This rare photograph offers a unique glimpse into the rich history of Cornwall's textile industry. Decorate your walls with this stunning piece of history and bring a touch of timeless charm to your home or office. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print today and let the story of Alec Walker and Crysede Island Works inspire you every day.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 36.7cm (23.4" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph takes us back in time to the cutting room at Crysede Island Works in St Ives, Cornwall. The date is either March 23rd, 1931 or March 23rd, 1936 - a moment frozen forever by an unknown photographer. Crysede Island Works was the brainchild of Alec Walker, who left Mirfield, Yorkshire in 1918 to establish a small experimental textile factory in Newlyn. Specializing in wood-block printed silk fabrics and garments, the venture quickly gained traction and by 1925 had become a thriving craft industry employing numerous local individuals. The success of Crysede necessitated larger premises, leading to its relocation to the former Western Pilchard cellar at the base of The Island in St Ives in 1926. It is within these walls that this intriguing image was captured. In the cutting room depicted here, we witness skilled artisans meticulously crafting exquisite textiles. Their nimble hands deftly maneuver scissors through vibrant patterns while their focused expressions reveal their dedication to their craft. Every detail speaks volumes about the meticulousness required for such intricate work. This photograph serves as a testament not only to Crysede's flourishing presence but also to the significance of traditional craftsmanship within Cornwall's rich cultural heritage. It stands as a tribute to those who contributed their talents and expertise towards creating beautiful silk fabrics that would adorn countless lives. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of how artistry and innovation
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