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BUSN2A-00073
Iron foundry, circa 1803-1806.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
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Media ID 5884155
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1806 Anvil Blacksmith Business Commerce Forge Industry Iron Labor Labour Manufacture Metal Metallurgy Skill Smithy Tool Trade Work Worker 1803 Bellows Crane Foundry Iron Worker Metal Working Pully
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This photo print, titled "BUSN2A-00073" takes us back in time to the early 19th century and offers a glimpse into the world of iron foundries. Hand-colored with meticulous detail, this woodcut illustration showcases the skill and craftsmanship of blacksmiths during that era. The image transports us to a bustling workshop filled with vintage tools and machinery. A massive crane looms overhead, ready to lift heavy loads of metal. The workers, clad in traditional attire, labor tirelessly at their stations - some hammering away at anvils while others tend to roaring forges. The scene exudes history and industry as molten metal is poured into molds, creating various products essential for commerce during that period. Bellows are seen blowing air into the fires, intensifying the heat required for shaping iron. Every corner of this foundry tells a story - from the worn-out pulleys hanging from above to stacks of finished goods waiting for distribution. It serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication put forth by these skilled laborers who played an integral role in shaping our industrial past. This remarkable artwork not only captures an important moment in metallurgical history but also highlights how art can beautifully depict significant aspects of our heritage. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those days while honoring the contributions made by generations before us in building our modern world.
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