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Shoe leather processing, 1885
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Shoe leather processing, 1885
Beaming hides for production of shoe leather: USA. From " Harpers New Monthly Magazine", 1885
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1885 Bending Busy Craftsperson Footwear Industry Leather Manual Worker Manufacturing Occupation Newspaper Skill Waist Up Working
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This print from 1885 takes us back in time to the bustling world of shoe leather processing. The image showcases a skilled craftsman, waist up, diligently beaming hides for the production of shoe leather in the United States. With his focused expression and bent posture, he exudes expertise and dedication to his craft. The illustration beautifully captures an important moment in history when manual workers played a vital role in the footwear industry. It serves as a reminder of the hard work and meticulous preparation that went into creating quality shoes during this era. The vertical composition emphasizes both the height of the task at hand and the significance of this industry within American society at that time. Although no people are present in the frame, their presence is felt through this male likeness representing countless individuals who contributed to shoe production. Originally featured in "Harpers New Monthly Magazine" - a renowned newspaper publication - this historic photograph offers us a glimpse into an essential manufacturing occupation that shaped USA's history. It invites us to appreciate not only its artistic value but also its cultural significance. As we admire this remarkable piece from Universal Images Group (UIG), let it serve as a tribute to those unsung heroes whose skillful hands transformed raw materials into functional works of art: shoes that carried people through their daily lives with comfort and style.
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