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Spinning, Reeling with the Clock Reel, and boiling the Yarn
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Spinning, Reeling with the Clock Reel, and boiling the Yarn
2836278 Spinning, Reeling with the Clock Reel, and boiling the Yarn, Plate VI of The Linen Manufactory of Ireland, 1791 (coloured engraving) by Hincks, William (1752-1797); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22990256
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cauldron Kitten Linen Reeling Spinning Spinning Wheel
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In this print titled "Spinning, Reeling with the Clock Reel, and boiling the Yarn" we are transported back to 18th-century Ireland, where the linen industry thrived. The scene is bustling with activity as skilled workers engage in various stages of linen production. At the center of attention is a woman diligently spinning yarn on a traditional spinning wheel. Her focused expression reveals her expertise and dedication to her craft. Nearby, another worker operates a clock reel, methodically winding the spun yarn into neat skeins. The room is filled with warmth emanating from a crackling fire beneath a large cauldron. This cauldron serves as an essential tool for boiling the yarn, an important step in preparing it for weaving. The steam rising from it adds an ethereal quality to the scene. Amidst all this industriousness, a curious kitten playfully investigates its surroundings. Its presence brings a touch of whimsy and reminds us that even amidst hard work, there can be moments of joy and lightheartedness. This colored engraving by William Hincks beautifully captures not only the technical aspects but also the atmosphere and spirit of Irish linen production during this era. It offers us a glimpse into history while celebrating both human skill and feline curiosity.
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