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A Co. Antrim Scutch Mill, Toome
A Co. Antrim Scutch Mill, Toome - an interior shot of the scutch mill. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Toomebridge). Date: circa early 1900s
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Media ID 14363280
© National Museums NI / Mary Evans
Antrim Londonderry Mill Shot Toome Toomebridge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of A Co. Antrim Scutch Mill, Toome from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to early 1900s Northern Ireland. Witness the intricate details of this County Londonderry scutch mill's interior, where the traditional process of flax preparation once took place. A stunning addition to any home or office, this fine art print brings history and character to your space. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse, ensuring you're investing in a high-quality, authentic piece of art.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this interior shot of A Co. Antrim Scutch Mill in Toome, Northern Ireland, circa early 1900s. Located in County Londonderry, Toomebridge, this historic mill once played a significant role in the linen industry that thrived in the region. The image reveals the intricate workings of the scutch mill, a crucial component in the process of transforming raw flax into linen. The mill's massive wooden machinery, powered by water from a nearby river, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people who operated it. Flax fibers are first hackled to remove impurities and then passed through the rollers of the scutching machine to separate the woody parts from the fibers. The resulting bundles of fibers, known as "scutchings," are then further processed to create the fine linen fabric that was once a staple of the Irish textile industry. The mill's rustic ambiance, with its wooden beams, stone walls, and large windows, evokes a sense of history and tradition. The presence of a few workers in the foreground, dressed in period clothing, adds to the authenticity of the scene. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a valuable record of the industrial heritage of County Antrim and Northern Ireland as a whole. The image is not only a testament to the region's rich history but also a reminder of the skill and dedication required to transform raw materials into valuable textiles.
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