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Trades in Regency England: Ale-house, silk mill
Trades in Regency England: Ale-house, silk mill and stocking weaver. Customers drinking Burton ale outside a pub 49, workers dying and drying silk in a mill in Derby 50 and a worker knitting stockings at a frame-work knitting machine in Nottingham 51. Woodcut engraving from Rev. Isaac Taylors Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce, John Harris, London, 1823. Isaac Taylor was an English writer, artist, engraver and inventor 1787-1865
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This woodcut engraving, titled "Scenes of British Wealth, in Produce, Manufacture and Commerce," showcases the vibrant trades of Regency England, as depicted in Rev. Isaac Taylor's publication in 1823. The image is composed of three distinct scenes: an ale-house, a silk mill, and a stocking weaver. In the first scene, patrons enjoy Burton ale outside an ale-house, their laughter and camaraderie spilling out into the bustling street. The ale, a popular beverage during this era, was produced in Burton-upon-Trent, a town renowned for its brewing industry. The second scene transports us to a silk mill in Derby, where workers diligently tend to the delicate fabric. They die and dry the silk, a labor-intensive process that involved soaking the raw silk in a solution, then hanging it to dry. This industry flourished in the Peak District, known for its abundant water supply and skilled workforce. The third scene showcases a worker knitting stockings at a frame-work knitting machine in Nottingham. The intricate designs on the stockings were created using a wooden frame, which held needles that the worker manipulated to create the desired pattern. This innovative technology revolutionized the textile industry and led to a surge in production. The engraving also highlights various other trades, including spar ornaments, pottery ware, salt refining, alabaster and stone carving, and more. The intricate details of the woodcut, from the mantelpiece in the ale-house to the children playing in the street, offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Regency England's industrial revolution.
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