Industry / Cork Cutter
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Industry / Cork Cutter
Two french cork cutters cutting bark which is stripped from the cork tree, into a variety of small round cylindrical pieces for stopping bottles. Date: circa 1760
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1760 Bark Bottles Cork Corks Cutter Cutters Cutting Cylindrical Pieces Stopping Stripped Variety
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts two skilled French cork cutters at work in a small, artisanal cork shop, circa 1760. The cork tree bark, freshly stripped, lies before them in long, curved sheets. With focused determination, the cork cutters expertly transform the raw bark into a variety of small, round cylindrical pieces using their sharp tools. The intricate process of cutting and shaping the cork is a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship involved in the production of these essential bottle stoppers. The industrial setting, with its wooden tables, tools, and open windows, reveals the intimate connection between the natural world and the artisanal craft that has been refined over centuries. The cork tree, a vital resource for winemakers and brewers, provides the raw material for these skilled craftsmen to create the small, round cylindrical pieces that would eventually become the familiar corks used to seal bottles. This print offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of 18th-century industry and the artisanal processes that shaped our modern world.
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