Brickmaker Collection

Women brickmakers in the Black Country
Women brickmakers at work in the Black Country -- south Staffordshire and north Worcestershire

Trades in Regency England. Spinning, reaping flax and Suffolk horses. Woman spinning wool on a wheel outside a cottage in Lavenham 28, boy harvesting hemp for sailcloth in Suffolk 29

Brickmaker (engraving)
2801950 Brickmaker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brickmaker. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

The Brickmaker, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
465550 The Brickmaker, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Trades in Regency England
6340282 Trades in Regency England by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England. Brick making, butter churning and rabbit warren)

BRICKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

The visit at the Brickmakers, illustration from Bleak House by Charles Dickens
KW259210 The visit at the Brickmaker s, illustration from Bleak House by Charles Dickens (1812-70) published 1853 (litho) by Browne

Three men in a quarry, Gerardus Emaus de Micault, 1860

BRICKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

South Africa - Brickmaking. Date: circa 1908

The Brickmaker 1827
A brickmaker at work under a thatched shelter, his wheelbarrow beside him

Pyne - Brickmaker
THE BRICK MAKER The brick trade employs many women and children, generally under wretched conditions : the work is laborious, often performed by entire families

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"Unveiling the Forgotten Craft: Women Brickmakers in the Black Country" In Regency England, amidst a bustling world of trades and industries, one often overlooked profession was that of the brickmaker. From spinning and reaping flax to crafting intricate engravings and woodcuts, these skilled artisans played an essential role in shaping society. The vivid imagery captured by artists throughout history brings their craft to life. A pen and ink with watercolor on paper from the 1920s portrays "The Brickmaker, " showcasing the dedication and precision required for this labor-intensive trade. Similarly, a woodcut by Jost Amman in 1568 offers a glimpse into the early days of brickmaking, highlighting its enduring presence across centuries. Even literature immortalizes their work; Charles Dickens' illustration from Bleak House takes us on a visit to a brickmaker's establishment, revealing scenes filled with raw materials and diligent workers striving to meet demands. Beyond England's borders lies South Africa, where brickmaking thrived as well. The artistry involved is evident in photographs capturing this process – hands covered in clay molding bricks that would shape communities far away. However, it is crucial not to forget those who were often left out of historical narratives – women brickmakers. In the heartland of industry known as the Black Country, they too contributed significantly to this age-old craft. Their strength and determination paved countless paths alongside their male counterparts. As we delve into these forgotten stories, let us acknowledge the resilience embedded within each handmade brick that built our cities – bricks molded by dedicated individuals whose legacy lives on through time.