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Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women
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Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women
Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women sit at individual grindstones finishing metal pen nibs. The stones are driven through belt and shafting from central power source. Wood engraving 1851
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1851 Belt Birmingham Central Driven Factory Female Finishing Grinding Individual Labour Manufacture Mass Metal Power Production Room Source Stones Wells Wood Grindstones Hanks Nibs Shafting
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This print takes us back to the bustling pen grinding room of Hanks, Wells & Cos factory in Birmingham, England. Dating back to 1851, this image showcases over 50 dedicated women seated at individual grindstones meticulously finishing metal pen nibs. The atmosphere is one of industriousness as these skilled workers contribute their labor to the mass production of pens. The room itself is a testament to ingenuity and efficiency. Powered by a central source, belt and shafting mechanisms drive the stones that enable each woman to expertly shape and refine the nibs. The wooden engravings on the walls add an air of authenticity and craftsmanship. What strikes me most about this image is the sheer dedication displayed by these female workers. In an era when gender roles were strictly defined, they defied societal norms by engaging in manual labor within a manufacturing setting. Their contribution played a vital role in Britain's thriving pen industry during that time. As we admire this historical photograph from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate not only its visual appeal but also recognize the significant impact these women had on shaping our writing instruments today.
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