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Silk weaver at work in his cottage at Bethnal Green, London, England, late 19th century
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Silk weaver at work in his cottage at Bethnal Green, London, England, late 19th century
Silk weaver at work in his cottage at Bethnal Green, London, England, late 19th century. The Spitalfields silk industry was founded by Huguenot refugees from France after Louis XIVs Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685). Engraving, 1893
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1685 1893 Century Cottage Edict Employment Founded Home Huguenot Industry Late Louis Manufacture Nantes Refugees Silk Spitalfields Textile Weaver Work Worker Bethnal Revocation
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This print takes us back to the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the world of a silk weaver at work in his humble cottage in Bethnal Green, London. The Spitalfields silk industry, which flourished during this time, owes its origins to Huguenot refugees who sought sanctuary in England after Louis XIV's Revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. The image showcases the intricate craftsmanship involved in silk weaving as the skilled worker meticulously tends to his loom. Surrounded by bundles of delicate threads and tools of his trade, he is completely absorbed in creating exquisite fabrics that would soon adorn fashionable garments across Britain. This engraving from 1893 not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the resilience and creativity of those who found employment within this thriving industry. It reminds us that even amidst political upheaval and displacement, individuals like this talented weaver were able to establish new lives for themselves while contributing significantly to their adopted homeland's textile manufacture. As we admire this evocative scene, it is impossible not to appreciate both the beauty inherent within each strand of silk and the rich history woven into every inch produced by these dedicated craftsmen.
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