Manual Collection (page 3)

A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum
5669638 A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Compendium Maleficarum
5669544 Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Compendium Maleficarum
5669303 Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

The reaping of barley by hand
3732459 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The reaping and binding of crops by hand
3732453 The reaping and binding of crops by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping and binding of crops by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The reaping of barley by hand
3732445 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Capstan, 1850
3330557 A Capstan, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Capstan, a broad revolving cylinder with a vertical axis used for winding a rope or cable, powered by a motor or pushed round by levers)

Korean Gama used by the privileged classes, a form of closed chair similar to a Palanquin, Litter or Sedan chair
528249 Korean Gama used by the privileged classes, a form of closed chair similar to a Palanquin, Litter or Sedan chair, carried by porters. Watercolour, c1890

The reaping of barley by hand
3732455 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Compendium Maleficarum
5672135 Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905
5617259 Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905; (add.info.: 02/02/1905); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Poor Man's Friend': Cartoon by John Leech from 'Punch', London, February 1845
527863 The Poor Man's Friend': Cartoon by John Leech from 'Punch', London, February 1845, showing Death as the friend of the old or sick unemployed manual labourer

Korean nobleman or government official carried in a form of litter by four porters with straps over shoulders
528250 Korean nobleman or government official carried in a form of litter by four porters with straps over shoulders. Two personal attendants hold the chair. Watercolour c1890

Construction of the Metro, crossing the Seine, c.1900 (b/w photo)
LSE746616 Construction of the Metro, crossing the Seine, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva.

A Manual of Swimming
3118226 A Manual of Swimming; (add.info.: Illustration from the book 'A Manual of Swimming' by Cecil Colwin. The illustration depicts a method for helping a drowning victim)

Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905
5617265 Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905; (add.info.: 02/02/1905); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905
5617264 Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905; (add.info.: 02/02/1905); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905
5617261 Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905; (add.info.: 02/02/1905); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum
5669562 A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum
5669547 A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

The reaping of barley by hand
3732456 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Taylor's hand-powered eccentric butter churn
3732531 Taylor's hand-powered eccentric butter churn; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Taylor's hand-powered eccentric butter churn)

Visual acuity diagrams
2625120 Visual acuity diagrams; (add.info.: Visual acuity diagrams from the ophthalmological manual written in Egypt towards the end of the 14th century by ?adaqah ibn Ibr?h?m al-Shadhil?)

Spanish miltary marine. Navigation Manual and dictionary 'Tratado instructivo y practico de maniobras navales'
CUL4856771 Spanish miltary marine. Navigation Manual and dictionary 'Tratado instructivo y practico de maniobras navales', 1766 (engraving); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

The type of treadmill used to power cotton mills
3586162 The type of treadmill used to power cotton mills; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the type of treadmill used to power cotton mills. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The reaping of barley by hand
3732457 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The reaping of barley by hand
3732454 The reaping of barley by hand; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the reaping of barley by hand. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum
5669604 A 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905
5617260 Painted illustration of grapes from a viniculture manual (French), 1905; (add.info.: 02/02/1905); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration depicting a woman drying her washing in a tub, 1904 (engraving)
5616559 Illustration depicting a woman drying her washing in a tub, 1904 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Manual of Swimming
3118202 A Manual of Swimming; (add.info.: Illustration from the book 'A Manual of Swimming' by Cecil Colwin. The illustration depicts a better method for helping a drowning victim)

A Capstan, 1850
3330558 A Capstan, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a Capstan, a broad revolving cylinder with a vertical axis used for winding a rope or cable, powered by a motor or pushed round by levers)

Compendium Maleficarum
5669240 Compendium Maleficarum; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from a 1626 Edition of 'Compendium Maleficarum, by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Compendium Maleficarum, a witch-hunter's manual
5669268 Compendium Maleficarum, a witch-hunter's manual; (add.info.: Woodcut Illustration from Compendium Maleficarum, a witch-hunter's manual written in Latin by Francesco Maria Guazzo)

Le Tourneur sur bois " Wood Turning"
Manu Allicot

A Priest's Manual, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
A Priest's Manual, 17th century

Young men training in wheel wrighting at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900

Young men training in woodworking at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900

Young men training in blacksmithing at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900

Young men training in use of machinery at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900

Two young men training in mechanical(?) engineering at Hampton Institute, Virginia, 1899 or 1900
Two young men training in mechanical(?) engineering at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia, 1899 or 1900

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cradling wheat near Sperryville, Virginia. A hand binder follows the mower. These men had never heard of a combine harvester. "Sure would like to see that." Their father used a reap hook

Potato field, Hightstown, New Jersey, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Potato field, where the farm members of this resettled group have the second best crop in the three leading potato counties, according to estimates of the New Jersey Agricultural State College

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"Embracing the Art of Manual Labor: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time with this captivating poster produced for British Railways (BR), showcasing a railway worker skillfully operating machinery manually. Transport yourself to an era where craftsmanship and dedication were paramount. Explore the world of shoemaking through various tools meticulously displayed, each one representing the expertise required to create footwear that stood the test of time. Witness coal miners descending into shaft lifts in South Wales, their unwavering determination shining through as they delve deep into darkness to fuel a nation's progress. Journey further into history as you witness a bustling coal mine in England during the 1850s, where men toiled tirelessly amidst challenging conditions. Harold Harvey's masterpiece "The Clay Pit" transports you to another realm entirely, capturing both beauty and hardship within its brushstrokes. Experience life underground as miners ride drams at Tirpentwys Colliery in South Wales, their bravery echoing through generations. Enter the workshop of a skilled cooper, witnessing firsthand how barrels were meticulously crafted by hand - an art form rarely seen today. Marvel at Leswidden's China Clay Pit depicted by Harold Harvey; it unveils nature's hidden treasures unearthed by dedicated workers. Welsh women road builders stand proudly on South Wales' rugged terrain - strong pillars supporting progress and equality. Innocence takes center stage as we glimpse a young girl playing nurse, embodying compassion and care from an early age. Step inside the workshop of a carpenter and joiner; marvel at their precision and attention to detail that brought dreams to life. Finally, pay homage to GWR navvies working diligently in Treffgarne, Pembrokeshire - unsung heroes who shaped landscapes while leaving indelible marks upon history itself. These manual endeavors remind us of our shared heritage; they inspire awe for those who paved our way forward with sweat, skill, and unwavering determination.