Brick Making Collection

Stack of Bricks
An old man stacking bricks in an industrial brick yard. Date: early 1930s

Women brickmakers in the Black Country
Women brickmakers at work in the Black Country -- south Staffordshire and north Worcestershire

BRICKS
Just a pile of bricks. Date: 1960s

Kilns from the 18th C
Various views of a French kiln from the 18th century used to make bricks and tiles. Date: Circa 1760

BRICK MAKING AT ASHTON-UNDER-LYME, England in 1871. Children carrying lumps of compressed clay as described in George
1748698 BRICK MAKING AT ASHTON-UNDER-LYME, England in 1871. Children carrying lumps of compressed clay as described in George Smith's pamphlet "The Cry of the Children from the Brickyards of

Lorillard Brick Works (Limited) (b / w photo)
1626902 Lorillard Brick Works (Limited) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lorillard Brick Works (Limited)

Israelites making Bricks in Egypt (engraving)
2781021 Israelites making Bricks in Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Israelites making Bricks in Egypt)

Trades in Regency England
6340282 Trades in Regency England by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England. Brick making, butter churning and rabbit warren)

Patent brick moulding and pressing machine. From A Concise History of The International Exhibition of 1862, published 1862

Making clay bricks powered by horses, Eyhorne Street, Hollingbourne, Kent. 1935

Horse mill bricks. 1935

Making clay bricks using a horse powered press. 1936

Sand mine, South Africa C017 / 1923
Sand mine. Aerial view of a sand mine at Blouberg, Western Cape, South Africa. The sand mined here is used for the making of bricks for building purposes

Making Tiles 18th C
A French tilery from the 18th century with the kiln and the tiles outside for drying. Date: Circa 1760

Moulding Tiles 18th C
Two men at work in a French tilery from the 18th century. The man on the left is moulding tiles from clay. Date: Circa 1760

Kilns from 18th Century
Examples of 18th century kilns for bricks, tiles and plaster. Date: Circa 1760

Brick Making
Brick making: a wheelbarrow is used to transport moulded bricks while a pony turns a mixer to produce the clay, sand and water mixture

Industry / Brickmaking
A machine used in the manufacture of bricks

The Brickmaker 1827
A brickmaker at work under a thatched shelter, his wheelbarrow beside him

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"Unearthing the Rich History of Brick Making: From Ancient Egypt to Regency England" Step back in time as we explore the fascinating world of brick making, a craft that has shaped civilizations for centuries. 🧱 In the heart of the Black Country, women brickmakers tirelessly stacked bricks, their hands molding the very foundations of industry. The towering stack before them stood as a testament to their skill and dedication. Dating back to the 18th century, kilns emerged as fiery giants on landscapes, breathing life into clay and transforming it into durable bricks. These structures became iconic symbols of an evolving industrial era. Lorillard Brick Works (Limited), captured in a captivating black and white photograph, stands proudly amidst its surroundings—a silent witness to countless stories etched within each brick it produced. Traveling further back in time, an engraving depicts Israelites laboriously making bricks in ancient Egypt—an enduring image that reminds us of humanity's timeless pursuit for shelter and progress. During Regency England, trades flourished with brickmaking at its core. Skilled artisans meticulously crafted each brick by hand—honoring tradition while embracing innovation. The patent brick moulding and pressing machine showcased at The International Exhibition of 1862 revolutionized production methods—ushering in an era where efficiency met craftsmanship on an unprecedented scale. From Eyhorne Street in Hollingbourne to horse mills powering clay presses—the equine companions lent their strength to this age-old trade. Their rhythmic movements propelled progress forward one hoofstep at a time. As we delve deeper into history's annals, we uncover how these humble clay blocks have left indelible imprints on our cities' skylines, and are not merely building materials but tangible links connecting past generations with present aspirations for growth and development. So let us pay homage to those who labored diligently behind every brick—the unsung heroes whose hands molded dreams into reality.