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Double Damask Napkin Power Loom, Waringstown

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Double Damask Napkin Power Loom, Waringstown

Double Damask Napkin Power Loom, Waringstown - an interior shot of a lady operating a power loom. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Waringstown). Date: circa early 1900s

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Damask Double Loom Napkin Operating Power Shot Waringstown


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This evocative image captures the essence of the industrial revolution in Northern Ireland's textile industry, as a skilled lady operates a Double Damask Napkin Power Loom in Waringstown, County Down, around the turn of the 20th century. The power loom, a testament to the advancements in textile manufacturing technology, stands prominently in the center of the frame. Its complex mechanism is a marvel of engineering, with intricate gears and pulleys that enable the weaving of the intricate damask patterns for which Waringstown was renowned. The lady, dressed in traditional work attire, concentrates intently on her task, her hands deftly guiding the threads as they pass through the loom. The room is filled with the rhythmic clatter of the machinery, the hum of the power loom, and the soft chatter of the women working in the background. The atmosphere is one of focused industry and community, as the women work together to produce the beautiful damask napkins that would be prized for their elegance and durability. This interior shot offers a glimpse into the daily life of a textile worker during this period, providing a fascinating insight into the rich textile heritage of Waringstown and County Down. The Double Damask Napkin Power Loom, with its intricate patterns and advanced technology, represents the intersection of tradition and innovation, and serves as a reminder of the important role that textile manufacturing played in the economic and social fabric of Northern Ireland during the early 1900s.

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