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Rawfords Mill
Rawfords Mill near Huddersfield, Yorkshire, circa 1810. The textile mill was the first of its kind to introduce mechanisation and was attacked by members of the Luddite movement in protest at job losses, circa 1811. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11793808
© 2010 Getty Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Rawfords Mill by Hulton Archive, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This stunning image transports you back in time to Huddersfield, Yorkshire, circa 1810. Witness the historic moment when the textile industry took a revolutionary leap forward with the introduction of mechanisation at Rawfords Mill, the first mill of its kind. Bring the beauty and rich history of this significant moment into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade print. Experience the fusion of history and artistry with our Fine Art Print collection from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.8cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Rawfords Mill - Pioneering Mechanisation Amidst Turmoil
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the early 19th century, precisely around 1810, near Huddersfield in Yorkshire. Here stands Rawfords Mill, an iconic textile mill that forever changed the course of industrial history. As one gazes upon this image captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, a sense of awe and intrigue fills the air. Rawfords Mill was no ordinary establishment; it was at the forefront of mechanisation in its time. The first of its kind to introduce revolutionary machinery into the textile industry, it symbolized progress and innovation. However, such advancements were not without their consequences. The year following this photograph's capture saw members of the infamous Luddite movement launch a protest against Rawfords Mill. Fueled by fears over job losses due to automation, these individuals resorted to acts of violence as they attacked this very mill in 1811. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness both triumph and turmoil coexisting within a single frame. It serves as a reminder that progress is often met with resistance from those who fear change or suffer its unintended consequences. As we reflect on this historical moment through Fine Art Storehouse's lens, let us appreciate how Rawfords Mill shaped our modern world while acknowledging the human struggles entwined within its story – all encapsulated within this remarkable piece of artistry from Hulton Archive.
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