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Textile Industry Collection

The textile industry is a vibrant tapestry of history, innovation, and artistry

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Textile Industry Collection: Llama
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Textile Industry Collection: First sewing machine, 1846
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Textile Industry Collection: Roberts Self-Acting Mule, c. 1830 (litho)
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Textile Industry Collection: Illustration of a woman weaving a rug on a loom
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Textile Industry Collection: Dye House at Konya-cho, Kanda, 1857. 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
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Textile Industry Collection: Wool sorters, c1880
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Textile Industry Collection: Weaving on Power Looms, Cotton factory floor, engraved by James Tingle (fl. 1830-60) c
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Textile Industry Collection: Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works, c1884. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Hammersmith Carpet Weaving at Merton Abbey Works, . Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Hatsune no Baba; Bakurocho, ca. 1857. ca. 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
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Textile Industry Collection: Saltaire works, c1880
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Textile Industry Collection: New Lanark Mills, Scotland, c1815
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Textile Industry Collection: Calico printing in a cotton mill, engraved by James Carter (1798-1855) c
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Textile Industry Collection: Cotton Spinning I: Development of Spinning Machinery (engraving)
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Textile Industry Collection: Carding, Drawing and Roving, Cotton factory floor, engraved by James Tingle (fl. 1830-60) c
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Textile Industry Collection: Tanned animal skins hanging to dry in the old tannery of Fez, Morocco
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Textile Industry Collection: High angle view of man working at the vats of colours in the tannery of Fes, Morocco
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Textile Industry Collection: Men working with skins in traditional Moroccan leather tanneries, Fes, Morocco
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Textile Industry Collection: Different cotton fabric is pictured in the manufactory of the Textile company TRIGEMA
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: Harrison's sizing-machine, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Preston, Lancashire, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Messrs. Henderson and Co.'s carpet power-loom, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Cotton bales lying at the Bombay terminus of the Great Indian Peninsular Railway, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: patent carpet by Jackson and Graham, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: carpet by Woodward Brothers and Co. 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: carpet by Watson and Bontor, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: tapestries of Gobelins and Beauvais, and china of Sevres, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The Zostera marina, or grass-wrack, Mr. Harben's proposed substitute for cotton, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: The Lady Godiva Ribbon, by J. Ratliff and Son, of Coventry, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Axminster carpet by Lapworth Brothers, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - 'Girl of the Parish of Rattvik, in Decarlia
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Honiton lace flounce by G. F. Urling, of Regent-street, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Honiton lace flounce by Debenham, Son, and Freebody... 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: Manufacture of silk, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - M'Dougall's Stall... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Sandford and Mallory's flax-gin, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English market, 1862. Creator: Joseph Austin Benwell
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Textile Industry Collection: Shilling Day at the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition: Tuer and Hall's power-loom for weaving carpets... 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: cotton in its different stages, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: machinery of Platt Brothers, Oldham, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: machinery of Platt Brothers, Oldham, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: machinery of Platt Brothers, Oldham, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: The International Exhibition - cotton manufacture: machinery of Platt Brothers, Oldham, 1862
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Textile Industry Collection: Cotton manufacture: Platt's self-acting mule, or cottonspinning machine, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: The New French Treaty - No. II. Lyons and French Silks, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Interior of a Power-Loom factory, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Textile Industry Collection: Mannequins are displayed for sale at a shop in Hanoi, Vietnam


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The textile industry is a vibrant tapestry of history, innovation, and artistry. From the humble beginnings of the first sewing machine in 1846 to the intricate designs woven on looms by skilled artisans, this industry has shaped our world in countless ways. In 1857, Ando Hiroshige captured the essence of textile production with his depiction of the Dye House at Konya-cho in Kanda. The vibrant colors and meticulous craftsmanship showcased here are a testament to the dedication and skill required to create beautiful fabrics. Another glimpse into this world can be seen in Cotton Printing at Merton Abbey Works circa 1884. Though its creator remains unknown, their work speaks volumes about the precision and attention to detail that went into every piece produced at these renowned works. Carpet weaving was also an integral part of this industry, as shown by Hammersmith Carpet Weaving at Merton Abbey Works. The anonymous artist's portrayal transports us back to a time when handcrafted rugs adorned homes with their intricate patterns and luxurious textures. We cannot forget the role technology played in revolutionizing textile production. James Tingle's engraving depicts power looms on a cotton factory floor, showcasing how mechanization transformed manufacturing processes forever. Ando Hiroshige returns with Hatsune no Baba; Bakurocho circa 1857, offering yet another glimpse into Japan's rich textile heritage. This captivating artwork captures both tradition and progress as women weave delicate threads together on looms. Wool sorters were essential figures within this industry during c1880s - their expertise ensured only high-quality materials made it through for further processing. Their contribution cannot be overstated when considering woolen textiles' enduring popularity throughout history. Saltaire works from around 1880 showcases one of Britain's iconic mills where workers labored tirelessly to produce fine textiles that would adorn people's lives across continents. These grand establishments were hubs of creativity and industry, shaping the fabric of society.