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15672 Collection

"15672: Unraveling the Threads of History" Step back in time to the infamous Newgate Prison, where countless stories were woven together within its cold stone walls

Background image15672 Collection: Newgate Prison

Newgate Prison in London, 1900. Built in 1188 and rebuilt in 1782, it was finally demolished in 1902, and the Old Bailey built upon the site

Background image15672 Collection: Long-Woolled Sheep

Long-Woolled Sheep
Long-woolled sheep in field near Kielder, one of the many villages situated on the Tynes Bank, 21st October 1950. Original Publication

Background image15672 Collection: South Wraxall Manor

South Wraxall Manor House in Wiltshire, originally a 14th century hospice, circa 1890. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Flemish Weavers

Flemish Weavers
Flemish weavers working in a shop in Manchester where they have settled, 1363. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Weaving Pair

Weaving Pair
Two fifteenth century textile weavers working on a loom, there is a large spider in a web above them, circa 1450. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Loom Weaving

Loom Weaving
A woman at work on a large loom, late sixteenth century. She is holding the shuttle in her hand and operating the loom with foot pedals. Original artist Crispin de Passe

Background image15672 Collection: Loom Worker

Loom Worker
A man smoking a pipe while at work on a large loom during the eighteenth century. He is holding the shuttle in his hand and operating the machine with foot pedals

Background image15672 Collection: Turkish Woman

Turkish Woman
A Turkish woman wearing a yaskmak, circa 1880. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Turkish Woman

Turkish Woman
A Turkish woman reclines on a couch covered with embroidered throws, circa 1875. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Westmorland Sheep

Westmorland Sheep
A shepherd with his Westmorland flock, circa 1930. (Photo by Walmsley Brothers/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Sheep Grazing

Sheep Grazing
Sheep grazing in a field on Cleeve Hill in Gloucestershire, mid 1950s. (Photo by Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Newgate Prison

Newgate Prison in London, circa 1900. Built in 1188 and rebuilt in 1782, it was finally demolished in 1902, and the Old Bailey built upon the site. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Newgate Prison

Newgate Prison
The entrance to Newgate Prison in London, circa 1900. Built in 1188 and rebuilt in 1782, it was finally demolished in 1902, and the Old Bailey built upon the site

Background image15672 Collection: Westminster Hall

Westminster Hall in the Palace of Westminster, London, circa 1930. The timbered hammerbeam roof was constructed in the 14th century and adorned with carved wooden angels

Background image15672 Collection: St Johns Gate

St Johns Gate, the entrance to the medieval priory of the Knights of St John of Jerusalem or Knights Hospitaller, in St Johns Lane, Clerkenwell, circa 1930. This Tudor gate house was built in 1504

Background image15672 Collection: Flemish Weaving Family

Flemish Weaving Family
A Flemish couple working on a loom while their child turns the wheel, 14th century. From the Book of Trades, Ypres. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Dutch Loom Workers

Dutch Loom Workers
A group of Dutch women at work on a large loom, circa 1695. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Hiroshima Street

Hiroshima Street
The street of Kawaya Machi or Kawaya-Cho in Hiroshima, circa 1930. (Photo by Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background image15672 Collection: Turkish Woman

Turkish Woman
A Woman of Constantinople by French artist Jean-Leon Gerome, circa 1860. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)


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"15672: Unraveling the Threads of History" Step back in time to the infamous Newgate Prison, where countless stories were woven together within its cold stone walls. As we delve into this captivating tale, let us embark on a journey that connects seemingly unrelated hints. Long-woolled sheep graze peacefully in the idyllic countryside surrounding South Wraxall Manor. Little do they know that their wool will soon find itself in the hands of skilled Flemish weavers. These master craftsmen and women would transform raw fibers into intricate tapestries, creating works of art fit for royalty. Among these talented artisans was a weaving pair, tirelessly working at their looms day after day. Their nimble fingers danced across the threads, bringing life to vibrant patterns and designs. A dedicated loom worker himself, our protagonist finds solace in his craft amidst an ever-changing world. Intriguingly enough, it is not just English history that intertwines with 15672; even distant lands play a role. Enter a Turkish woman adorned in rich fabrics spun from Westmorland sheep's wool – an unexpected connection bridging cultures through textiles. But what does all this have to do with Newgate Prison? Patience reveals a fascinating twist as we uncover hidden secrets locked away within those prison walls. The very fabric woven by our skilled artisans becomes entangled with tales of intrigue and desperation – perhaps serving as messages between inmates or providing comfort during dark times. As we reflect upon 15672's enigmatic story, one thing becomes clear: history is intricately interwoven like the finest tapestry. From humble beginnings on grazing pastures to grand palaces adorned with luxurious fabrics, every thread tells a unique tale waiting to be discovered. So next time you encounter numbers like 15672 etched onto historical records or whispered among dusty manuscripts, remember that behind each digit lies an untold story, waiting to be unraveled.