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Photographic Print : Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women
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Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women
Pen grinding room: Hanks, Wells & Cos factory, Birmingham. More than 50 women sit at individual grindstones finishing metal pen nibs. The stones are driven through belt and shafting from central power source. Wood engraving 1851
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Media ID 9782637
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1851 Belt Birmingham Central Driven Factory Female Finishing Grinding Individual Labour Manufacture Mass Metal Power Production Room Source Stones Wells Wood Grindstones Hanks Nibs Shafting
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the Pen Grinding Room at Hanks, Wells & Cos factory in Birmingham. This captivating image showcases more than 50 women diligently working at their individual grindstones, finishing metal pen nibs. A testament to the rich industrial history of the past, this timeless photograph is a must-have for history buffs, educators, and those who appreciate the beauty of a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 16.4cm (12" x 6.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the bustling pen grinding room of Hanks, Wells & Cos factory in Birmingham, England. Dating back to 1851, this image showcases over 50 dedicated women seated at individual grindstones meticulously finishing metal pen nibs. The atmosphere is one of industriousness as these skilled workers contribute their labor to the mass production of pens. The room itself is a testament to ingenuity and efficiency. Powered by a central source, belt and shafting mechanisms drive the stones that enable each woman to expertly shape and refine the nibs. The wooden engravings on the walls add an air of authenticity and craftsmanship. What strikes me most about this image is the sheer dedication displayed by these female workers. In an era when gender roles were strictly defined, they defied societal norms by engaging in manual labor within a manufacturing setting. Their contribution played a vital role in Britain's thriving pen industry during that time. As we admire this historical photograph from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate not only its visual appeal but also recognize the significant impact these women had on shaping our writing instruments today.
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