Hammering Collection (page 6)

Snap Playing Cards - Tinker - Peter Pan. circa 1930s

Interior of the forge. Engraving. 19th century

Book of Trades, The Cooper. 1841

Book of Trades, The Wheel Wright. 1841

Book of Trades, The Trunk Maker. 1841

A Wheelwright
A wheelwright hammering on red-hot pieces of iron to form the tyre of a wheel Date: 1827

Industry / Smith 1827
" A smith is one who works on iron, and who from that metal manufactures a vast variety of articles useful in the arts of life, and of great importance to domestic comfort". Date: 1827

Shipwright 1827
A shipwright hammering rivets into a ships hull. Date: 1827

Pewterer 1827
A pewterer hammering mugs, jugs, plates etc in his studio. Date: 1827

Boy scouts building a wooden jetty, Mauritius
Boy scouts building a wooden jetty in Mauritius

Workers with hammers

Workmen hammering rivets into a vessel

The Last Armourer
Mr. Rex, the last armourer, hammering a helmet into shape. Date: 1930s

Hammering Gold
Extracting gold in a factory in London, England. Date: early 1930s

MARYLAND: CARPENTER, 1936. A carpenter at work in Greenbelt, Maryland. Photograph by Carl Mydans, August 1936

MAGNETIZING IRON, 1600. A blacksmith hammering a heated iron bar to be magnetized, with its ends pointing towards the magnetic north and south poles

NEEDLE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

MINTING COINS, 1568. The officer of the mint minting coins. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

BELL MAKER, 1568. A maker of small bells, to be used for such items as tambourines, sleighs, and fools caps. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

CLOCKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

LOCKSMITH, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

GLAZIER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

ROPE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SADDLER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

COOPER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

BASIN MAKERS, 1568. The making of brass basins. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

ARMORER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

COPPERSMITH, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

BUILDING ARK OF COVENANT. The smiths Bezaleel and Aholiah working in gold, silver and brass for the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant (Exodus 31: 1-11). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

GOLDSMITH, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

ARMOR SMITH, 1479. A smith and his apprentice make arms and armor. German woodcut, 1479

Christ Raised on the Cross, 1496-1504 (panel)
XAM87696 Christ Raised on the Cross, 1496-1504 (panel) by Juan de Flandes, (c.1465-1519); 21.6x15.7 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Pulvis Pyrius, plate 3 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c. 1580-1605
XJF448295 Pulvis Pyrius, plate 3 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c.1580-1605 (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Giovanni Stradano) (1523-1605) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Allegory of the Active and Triumphant Church, detail of a section to the lower
XIR439290 The Allegory of the Active and Triumphant Church, detail of a section to the lower right showing Tubal-cain, c.1366-68 (fresco) by Andrea di Bonaiuto (Andrea da Firenze) (fl.1343-77)

Christ Being Nailed to the Cross, from Scenes from the Life of Christ (oil on panel)
XIR429048 Christ Being Nailed to the Cross, from Scenes from the Life of Christ (oil on panel) by Henkel, Anton (15th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christ Mis en Croix)

Landscape with Forge, detail of the foundry (oil on canvas) (detail of 316368)
XIR316370 Landscape with Forge, detail of the foundry (oil on canvas) (detail of 316368) by Bles, Herri met de (Civetta) (c.1510-p.1550); Narodni Galerie, Prague

The Blacksmiths Shop, engraved by Richard Earlom (1743-1822), 1771 (mezzotint)
XYC277132 The Blacksmiths Shop, engraved by Richard Earlom (1743-1822), 1771 (mezzotint) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97) (after); 58.1x43.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Paul Mellon

Noah Building the Ark, 1356-67 (fresco)
XAL249243 Noah Building the Ark, 1356-67 (fresco) by Bartolo di Fredi, also Manfredi de Battilori (1330-1410); Collegiata, San Gimignano, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Shackling the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR224809 Shackling the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b/w photo) by Cloquemin, Gabriel (18th-19th century); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux, France; French, out of copyright

Tour de la Ligue. Members of the Medici Court as the Gods of Olympus (mural) (detail)
XIR212856 Tour de la Ligue. Members of the Medici Court as the Gods of Olympus (mural) (detail) by French School, (16th century); Chateau Tanlay, Tanlay

Cyclops in the Forge of Vulcan (pen & ink and red chalk on paper)
XIR210383 Cyclops in the Forge of Vulcan (pen & ink and red chalk on paper) by Primaticcio, Francesco (1504-70); 31.2x41.8 cm; Louvre, Paris

The Forge of Vulcan (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF105897 The Forge of Vulcan (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Farrier shoeing a Horse (oil on canvas)
XIR230317 A Farrier shoeing a Horse (oil on canvas) by Lansac, Francois-Emile de (1803-90); Musee Nat. des Arts et Traditions Populaires, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Memorial, Michel Natalis, 1620 - 1668

Father Grandet, the Cooper, illustration from Eugenie Grandet by Honore de Balzac
XIR157787 Father Grandet, the Cooper, illustration from Eugenie Grandet by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850) (litho) (b/w photo) by Staal

Metallurgy (oil on canvas)
XIR155340 Metallurgy (oil on canvas) by Didier, Jules (1831-92); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; French, out of copyright

Matlock Baths, Derbyshire, c. 1789 (w / c, pen and brown ink, graphite and wash on laid
XYC151478 Matlock Baths, Derbyshire, c.1789 (w/c, pen and brown ink, graphite and wash on laid paper) by Day, William (1764-1807); 34.6x48.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Women Blacksmiths (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF148709 Women Blacksmiths (woodcut) (b/w photo) by German School, (16th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"Hammering: The Art of Craftsmanship and Creation" Step into a world where the rhythmic sound of hammers echoes through time. From dry stone walling to coopers at work making wooden barrels, the art has shaped our history and culture. In the depths of a blacksmith's forge, sparks fly as skilled hands shape molten metal into works of strength and beauty. The heat dances with each strike, revealing the true essence of craftsmanship. Witness wheelwrights meticulously crafting cart wheels, their hammers dancing across wood in perfect harmony. Every blow brings forth not just functionality but also a testament to human ingenuity. Amidst this symphony of sounds, craftsmen create besom brooms and wooden rakes with precision and care. Each stroke adds character to these humble tools that have served us for generations. Even nature joins in on this age-old tradition - behold the great spotted woodpecker displaying its prowess during springtime. With every tap against tree bark, it announces its presence in nature's grand orchestra. And who can forget the iconic Hammering Man sculpture? A symbol of dedication and perseverance, it stands tall as a reminder that hard work is an essential part of human existence. Travel back in time at Musee Nat. Des Arts et Traditions Populaires in Paris, France - explore exhibits showcasing ancient techniques passed down through generations. Marvel at Venus and Mars embracing while Vulcan works diligently at his forge; a masterpiece by Enea Vico capturing love amidst laborious creation. From ancient metal workers in Kazakhstan to modern-day artisans around the globe - hammering remains an integral part of our collective heritage. It represents more than just physical force; it embodies creativity, skill, and passion that transcend time itself. So let us celebrate those who wield hammers with purposeful intent - for they are the architects shaping our past while forging a brighter future.