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Wellington Mills, Leek a98_04470
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Wellington Mills, Leek a98_04470
WELLINGTON MILLS, Strangman Street, Leek, Staffordshire. Exterior view showing the pedimented section with a lamp standard in the foreground. In the 17th and 18th centuries Leek was famed for producing silk of exceptional quality. When this mill was built in 1853, the importing of French and Italian silk into Britain had been illegal for 25 years. The lifting of this ban had a catastrophic affect on the silk workers in areas such as this. Photographed by Eric de Mare in 1956
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Factory Industrial Lamp Post Oblique
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This print captures the grandeur of Wellington Mills in Leek, Staffordshire. The exterior view showcases the pedimented section of the mill, adorned with intricate architectural details that speak to its rich history. Standing proudly in the foreground is a vintage lamp standard, casting a warm glow on the scene. Wellington Mills holds significant historical importance as it played a crucial role in Leek's renowned silk industry during the 17th and 18th centuries. This region was celebrated for producing silk of exceptional quality until a ban on importing French and Italian silk into Britain was lifted after 25 years in 1853. Unfortunately, this lifting had catastrophic consequences for local silk workers like those employed at Wellington Mills. Photographed by Eric de Mare in 1956, this image beautifully encapsulates an era when industrialization transformed landscapes across England. De Mare's keen eye captures not only the imposing presence of Wellington Mills but also provides us with a glimpse into an important chapter of British textile history. As we admire this photograph, let us reflect upon how industries rise and fall over time, leaving behind legacies that shape communities and remind us of our shared heritage.
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