Paper making: bleaching cleaned rags with chlorine gas. Engraving, c1870

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Paper making: bleaching cleaned rags with chlorine gas. Engraving, c1870

866058 Paper making: bleaching cleaned rags with chlorine gas. Engraving, c1870.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38203432

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Built Structure Historical Clothing Illustration Technique Manual Worker Manufacturing Equipment One Man Only Paper Mill Preparation

EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1870 showcases the intricate process of paper making, specifically the bleaching of cleaned rags with chlorine gas. The image captures a manual worker standing amidst the manufacturing equipment in a bustling paper mill, wearing historical clothing typical of the 19th century. The scene is filled with detail, from the large pipes used for preparation to the industrial building in which this important task takes place. The use of chlorine gas for bleaching highlights the innovative techniques employed during this era to create high-quality paper products. The lone worker in this illustration exudes dedication and skill as he carries out his duties with precision. His full-length figure adds a sense of scale to the composition, emphasizing both his importance in this process and the vastness of the paper-making industry at that time. In black and white, this engraving has a timeless quality that transports viewers back to a bygone era when craftsmanship and hard work were essential components of every day life. This print serves as a reminder of how far technology has come since then while also honoring the traditions and techniques that laid the foundation for modern paper production.

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