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CARDING WOOL, SCOTLAND
A Scotswoman in her cottage cards wool, preparatory to spinning it into thread Date: 1848
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1848 Carding Cottage Preparatory Scotswoman Spinning Textiles Thread Wool
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This evocative image captures the quiet industry of a Scotswoman as she prepares to transform raw wool into thread in her humble cottage, set amidst the picturesque landscapes of Scotland in 1848. The scene presents a glimpse into the daily life of a rural textile worker during the pre-industrial era, a time when textile production was primarily carried out in the home. The woman, dressed in traditional Scottish attire, sits before a large wooden carding machine, her deft hands skillfully guiding the wool through the teeth of the device. The cards, with their fine, closely spaced wires, separate and align the fibers, preparing them for the next stage of the process - spinning. The resulting thread, once spun, would be used to weave fabric for clothing, blankets, or other textile goods. The warmth of the cottage, with its cozy fireplace and simple furnishings, contrasts with the harsh, unforgiving Scottish weather outside. The scene is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people who lived and worked in these remote areas, relying on the natural resources of their environment to sustain their livelihoods. This photograph offers a rare and intimate look into the world of rural textile production before the advent of industrialization. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of handcrafts and the role they played in the lives of people in Scotland and beyond, long before the textile industry became a commercial enterprise.
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