George Walker Of Seacroft Collection

Cloth Dressers, 1814. Artist: Robert Havell
Cloth Dressers, 1814. From Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker

Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds, West Yorkshire, 1814. From Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker, 1814

Thirty-Third Regiment, c1814 (1909). Artists: Robert Havell, Daniel Havell
Thirty-Third Regiment, c1814 (1909). After George Walker (1781-1856). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]

Three generations of women, 1814. A cottager is spinning wool, using a simple wheel without treadle, while her mother reels yarn. Her daughter stirs a cast iron pot standing on an open fire

Child factory workers, 1814. Artist: Robert Havell
Child factory workers, 1814. Two children in aprons, carrying baskets. Behind them is a textile mill where they work. Plate XXXVI from The Costume of Yorkshire illustrated by a series of forty

General view of an Alum works in the Whitby area, Yorkshire, 1814. Artist: Havell & Son
General view of an Alum works in the Whitby area, Yorkshire, 1814. Steeping crumbled ore in water in pits to dissolve out salts which will be processed to produce alum

Cropping wool to give an even pile after nap had been raised, 1814. From The Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker. (Leeds, 1814)

The Factory Children, 1814. Artist: George Walker of Seacroft
The Factory Children, 1814. Boy and girl employees walk to work carrying the days food in baskets. In the background is a typical West Riding mill for wool or cotton

Interior of the Cloth Hall, Leeds, 1814. Artist: George Walker of Seacroft
Interior of the Cloth Hall, Leeds, 1814. This building was one of the great centres for the sale of woollen cloth. Merchants are bargaining over bolts/pieces of fabric

Wool merchant taking pieces of cloth to the Cloth Hall at Leeds for sale, 1814. These lengths of cloth were made by homeworkers

Lowkers - women who weeded corn, 1814. Artist: George Walker of Seacroft
Lowkers - women who weeded corn, 1814. From The Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker. (Leeds, 1814)

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"George Walker of Seacroft: Capturing the Essence of 1814" Step back in time to 1814, a year filled with significant moments that shaped history. George Walker of Seacroft, an artist known for his meticulous attention to detail, immortalized this era through his captivating artworks. In "Cloth Dressers, " we witness the skilled hands and precision involved in transforming raw wool into exquisite fabrics. The Blenkinsop steam locomotive at Middleton colliery near Leeds showcases the advancements in transportation that revolutionized industries during this period. The "Thirty-Third Regiment" painting by Robert Havell and Daniel Havell depicts soldiers standing tall, representing their unwavering dedication to duty. Meanwhile, "Three generations of women" portrays the strength and resilience passed down from one generation to another. However, not all aspects were as idyllic. In "Child factory workers, " Robert Havell exposes the harsh reality faced by young laborers during this time. Similarly revealing is "Rape threshing, " shedding light on agricultural practices that were prevalent then. Moving away from industry-focused scenes, George Walker's artwork takes us inside an alum works in Whitby area - a testament to Yorkshire's rich heritage. Additionally, he captures the intricacies of cropping wool after raising its nap – a vital step towards achieving perfection. Walker also delves into societal issues with his piece titled "The Factory Children. " This thought-provoking artwork highlights the need for reform and better working conditions for these young individuals. Leeds' bustling Cloth Hall comes alive within Walker's brushstrokes as merchants eagerly present their wares for sale. A hub of commerce and craftsmanship where dreams are woven into reality. Lastly, we glimpse into rural life with Lowkers - hardworking women who meticulously weed corn fields under the watchful eye of George Walker himself.