Linen manufacture, Twine balling machine

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Linen manufacture, Twine balling machine

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Balling Cotton Flax Linen Manufacture Mill Twine

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This vintage image transports us back in time to the early days of linen manufacture, showcasing the intricate process of twine balling. Linen, a fabric prized for its coolness and durability, was traditionally made from the fibers of the flax plant. In this photograph, we witness the transformation of raw flax fibers into usable twine, a crucial step in the linen-making process. The machine featured in the photograph is a twine balling machine, an essential piece of equipment in any linen mill during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The machine, with its intricate gears and pulleys, winds the flax fibers into long, even lengths, which are then twisted together to form twine. The twine is later used to warp the loom in weaving linen fabric. The scene is illuminated by a lantern, casting an amber glow over the machine and the surrounding area. The atmosphere is one of quiet industry, with the hum of machinery and the rhythmic clatter of gears filling the air. The workers, dressed in typical factory attire, are focused on their tasks, their faces a testament to the physical labor required in the linen industry. The image is part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, a valuable resource for historians, textile enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of manufacturing. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of linen manufacture during a time when hand production was gradually being replaced by mechanized processes.

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