Web rolling machine, linen production, Victorian period

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Web rolling machine, linen production, Victorian period

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Cotton Flax Linen Mill Rolling Textile Yarn

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Step back in time with this image of a web rolling machine in action during the Victorian period, as it plays a crucial role in the production of high-quality linen. The vintage photograph, hailing from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of industrial innovation and textile manufacturing. The machine, a marvel of Edwardian engineering, is meticulously crafted with intricate details. The large, wooden frame houses the complex mechanism, which includes a series of rollers that work in unison to process the raw cotton or flax yarn. The yarn, once fed into the machine, is carefully guided through a series of processes, including carding, spinning, and weaving, before reaching the web rolling stage. The lantern slide, with its warm, golden glow, illuminates the scene, casting an ethereal light over the machine's intricate workings. The atmosphere is filled with the faint hum of machinery and the gentle rustle of fabric as the web is carefully rolled onto spools. The workers, dressed in their early 20th-century attire, are focused on their tasks, their faces a testament to the dedication and skill required in the textile industry during this period. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the world of Victorian linen production, a time when the textile industry was at the forefront of technological advancements and the demand for quality fabrics was at an all-time high. The web rolling machine, with its intricate design and essential role in the production process, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the era.

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