Remouleur Collection

Un porter d'eau et sa barrel, un remouleur et une raccomodeuse de bas a sa etal et deux nonnes des Siseurs de la
FLO4718483 Un porter d'eau et sa barrel, un remouleur et une raccomodeuse de bas a sa etal et deux nonnes des Siseurs de la Charite - Eau forte d'une illustration par Victor Auver

Knife Sharpener, France (b / w photo)
1718405 Knife Sharpener, France (b/w photo) by French Photographer; (add.info.: knife sharpener in France, late 19th early 20th century)

Ostrich, River, Cobbler, Religion, Carpenter and Grinder: The Month of January
ALG174482 Ostrich, River, Cobbler, Religion, Carpenter and Grinder: The Month of January, from a zodiac cycle inspired by the astrological theories of Pietro d Albano (1257-1315) (fresco)

Sharpener sharpening a knife on his grinding wheel, with his clients (1819)
FLO4666934 Sharpener sharpening a knife on his grinding wheel, with his clients (1819). Wood engraving, based on a painting by Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

Knife Grinder, from Costume of Great Britain, published by William Miller
STC137300 Knife Grinder, from Costume of Great Britain, published by William Miller, 1805 (colour litho) by Pyne, William Henry (1769-1843); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797
NCO191292 The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Knife Grinder, 1635-40
BOO73052 The Knife Grinder, 1635-40 by Puga, Antonio (1602-48); 118x158.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Spanish, out of copyright

Le remouleur (colour litho)
5205014 Le remouleur (colour litho) by Fraipont, Gustave (1849-after 1897); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le remouleur. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire des Petits by M Fournier with designs by)

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"Remouleur: The Art of Knife Sharpening in France" Step into the world of remouleur, the skilled knife sharpener. This black and white photo captures the essence of this traditional craft that has been passed down through generations in France. In a quaint village by the river, an ostrich stands tall as if guarding the secrets of this trade. Remouleurs were not only known for their expertise in sharpening knives but also catered to cobblers, carpenters, and grinders alike. They were indispensable members of society during January, a month associated with renewal and new beginnings according to Pietro d Albano's astrological theories. A wood engraving from 1819 depicts a sharpener diligently working on his grinding wheel while his clients patiently wait for their blades to be restored. Thomas Rowlandson's painting published in The Cris of London showcases the bustling streets where knife grinders could be found alongside other craftsmen. The significance of remouleurs is further highlighted by Hannah Humphrey's publication titled "The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder" in 1797. It portrays their role as humble yet essential contributors to society. Dating back even further, "The Knife Grinder" painted between 1635-40 showcases an artist's fascination with this profession. Its vibrant colors bring life to this age-old practice. Le remouleur lithograph adds a touch of color to our imagination as we envision these artisans going about their daily routine. Small businesses like Gagne-Petit became synonymous with trustworthiness when it came to returning knives and scissors with precision. As we stroll along Rue des Nonnains d'Hyeres and Rue de l'Hotel de Ville in 1926, we encounter Au Gagne-Petit proudly displaying its emblem - a mullet - signifying excellence in blade restoration services. Remoulérer or charlatan.