Artwork preview

Coverlet and Carpet Weaving Factory Interior

John T. Reading

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a textile factory interior. The image shows a room filled with wooden machinery and equipment used for weaving, including a large loom in the center. Spools of thread and rolls of textiles are visible at different stages of production. Natural light is present in the room, casting shadows across the workspace. The photo captures the industrial aesthetic and working environment of an early factory setting, with wooden beams and frameworks contributing to the architectural structure of the activity area.

Artwork Details

Date
1870s
Medium
albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)
Dimensions
4958 × 8169 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original