Production Line Collection (#3)

Making chocolate, image advertising the chocolate Moreuil, c
CHT157413 Making chocolate, image advertising the chocolate Moreuil, c.1900 (colour litho) (see also 289139) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fabrication du chocolat)

Federal US agents discover an illegal alcohol still during the American Prohibition
PNP322044 Federal US agents discover an illegal alcohol still during the American Prohibition (1920-33) (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Scenes of cigarette production, 1887 (litho)
SLS251311 Scenes of cigarette production, 1887 (litho) by Durkin, John (fl.1887); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University; eSchlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

Preparing Cat-Gut at the London Hospitals own factory (sepia photo)
STC347699 Preparing Cat-Gut at the London Hospitals own factory (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shell-making at the Creusot works, testing for flaws by sound
STC292982 Shell-making at the Creusot works, testing for flaws by sound, from The Illustrated War News (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

At the Krupps of France the Creusot war munition works
STC292981 At the Krupps of France the Creusot war munition works, high explosive shells in the workshops, from The Illustrated War News (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

Cordura Rayon Yarn, front cover of the DuPont Magazine
615356 Cordura Rayon Yarn, front cover of the DuPont Magazine, November 1940 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware

Shaving mill to shave sixty customers in one minute (litho)
KDC384142 Shaving mill to shave sixty customers in one minute (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Glassmaking: collection of glasses for transportation to the shop
STC172394 Glassmaking: collection of glasses for transportation to the shop, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), engraved by Robert Benard (b.1734)

Lengths of cat-gut being prepared (sepia photo)
STC344693 Lengths of cat-gut being prepared (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Filling Chocolate Boxes at a York Factory in Readiness for the Queens Teas
KAT323405 Filling Chocolate Boxes at a York Factory in Readiness for the Queens Teas, illustration from The Graphic, July 19th 1902 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cigarette Manufacturing, 1883 (engraving)
SLS251307 Cigarette Manufacturing, 1883 (engraving) by Upham, C. (fl.1883); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University; eSchlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard; American

Worker striking money in the Monnaie de Paris, plate 9 from a teaching book on industries
CHT157326 Worker striking money in the Monnaie de Paris, plate 9 from a teaching book on industries and jobs, published c.1860 (colour litho) by Janson

Workmen Applying the Glazes, c. 1825 (gouache on paper)
833709 Workmen Applying the Glazes, c.1825 (gouache on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); 53x39 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; Chinese

Women packaging candy at Maillards Chocolate Manufacturers, 116118 West 25th Street
MNY380835 Women packaging candy at Maillards Chocolate Manufacturers, 116118 West 25th Street, New York, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

Women packaging patterns at McCalls Magazine, New York, 1913 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380821 Women packaging patterns at McCalls Magazine, New York, 1913 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Manufacture of Porcelain (gouache on paper)
PEM219463 Manufacture of Porcelain (gouache on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; Chinese, out of copyright

Money making-cutting strips of silver into disks (sepia photo)
STC347682 Money making-cutting strips of silver into disks (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women at work, drilling and reaming aircraft wing spar fittings for Blackburn Aircraft
LLS218029 Women at work, drilling and reaming aircraft wing spar fittings for Blackburn Aircraft, Olympia Works, Leeds, c.1939-45 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Moscow Cycle Works, c. 1930 (oil on canvas)
BAL265725 The Moscow Cycle Works, c.1930 (oil on canvas) by Pinegin, Nikolay Vassilyevich (1883-1940); 87x113 cm; State Museum and Exhibition Centre ROSIZO, Moscow; Russian, out of copyright

Federal US agents discover an illegal alcohol still during the American Prohibition
PNP252065 Federal US agents discover an illegal alcohol still during the American Prohibition (1920-33) (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Women making corsets, 1884 (engraving)
SLS251304 Women making corsets, 1884 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University; eSchlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

The American Waltham Watch Company, Massachusetts, 1885 (engraving) (see also 251194)
SLS251300 The American Waltham Watch Company, Massachusetts, 1885 (engraving) (see also 251194) by American School, (19th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

A Quaker Oats packing room, 1893 (colour litho)
SLS249193 A Quaker Oats packing room, 1893 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University; eSchlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

Illustration for a poem on child labour by Victor Hugo (1802-85) c
CHT163835 Illustration for a poem on child labour by Victor Hugo (1802-85) c.1880, published by Hetzel (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Factory for the preparation of whale products, late 19th century (colour engraving)
CHT163006 Factory for the preparation of whale products, late 19th century (colour engraving) by Japanese School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of a Distillery on the Island of Guam, from Voyage Autour du Monde sur les
TRV173965 View of a Distillery on the Island of Guam, from Voyage Autour du Monde sur les Corvettes de L Uranie 1817-20 engraved by Pomel, published 1825 (engraving) by Pellion

Young boy in a workshop c. 1936 (b / w photo)
1126602 Young boy in a workshop c.1936 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Wickes Hine (1874 - 1940) was an American sociologist and photographer

Walkers Factory, Bursom Road, Leicester. 15th March 1988

Scenes at the Walkers Factory, Leicester. 26th January 1978

The initial stage of production of a British ten-ton bomb. The bomb is cast round the framework on which rope made from wood shavings is wound. Circa 1940s

Women at work at Chiswick Bus Depot in West London during the Second World War. Left is Mrs Florence Brown with Mrs Ann Dennis at work on one of the bus chassis while it moves along the conveyor

Prime Minister John Major visiting a Nissan car factory. 29th March 1992

Women on the Crunchie packing line at the Frys Chocolate factory, Keynsham. 1st March 1967

Wheels being dipped in chemicals in preparation for their tyres for the production line at the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23 September 1931

Workers on the Gloria assembly line in the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23rd September 1931

Engine mounted on the chassis of a car on the production line is inspected at the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23rd September 1931

Tyres checked on the assembly line at the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23 September 1931

Engines being assembled at the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23 September 1931

Worker assembling a gearbox in the Triumph car factory in Coventry. 23rd September 1931

The new production line at the Philco Radio & Television Corporation factory in Perivale, London, where women on the production line are putting the finishing touches to a batch of the new Philco

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"From Carbodies to Shultons: A Glimpse into the World of Production Lines" The iconic Carbodies factory, responsible for producing The London Taxi, was a hub of activity as skilled workers meticulously crafted each vehicle. Step inside the Austin Assembly and witness the birth of automotive history as the Austin Mini production line at Longbridge came alive on March 10th, 1963. Body panels being spot-welded with precision showcased the dedication and craftsmanship that went into creating every car on Triumph Motorcycles' production line in Meriden circa 1955. Aston Martin Closes its doors after years of crafting exquisite cars fit for royalty, including those driven by Prince Charles himself. Mass Production revolutionized industries worldwide, allowing for increased efficiency and affordability while meeting growing consumer demands. New Models emerged from Massey's five-year development and planning process, showcasing their commitment to innovation in agricultural machinery. Solihull witnessed a historic moment as the millionth Land Rover rolled off its assembly line, marking a testament to British engineering excellence. The de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito FB-6 took flight thanks to meticulous assembly processes that ensured this legendary aircraft soared through the skies with grace and power. At Ferguson Television Factory in Enfield, dedicated ladies assembled televisions piece by piece, contributing to an era when television became a staple in households across Britain. Pollards Ice Cream factory captured hearts with delicious frozen treats during February 1973 in Newton Abbot, Devon – bringing joy one scoop at a time. Shultons Cosmetics factory stood proudly in Seaton Delaval as hardworking individuals created beauty products that enhanced people's lives throughout Northumberland. In these diverse settings across England's manufacturing landscape, production lines played an integral role in shaping industries and delivering quality products loved by many around the world.