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LEAD PENCIL FACTORY. A. W. Fabers Lead Pencil and Penholder Manufactory, Brooklyn, New York. American line engraving, 1876
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LEAD PENCIL FACTORY. A. W. Fabers Lead Pencil and Penholder Manufactory, Brooklyn, New York. American line engraving, 1876
LEAD PENCIL FACTORY. A.W. Fabers Lead Pencil and Penholder Manufactory, Brooklyn, New York. American line engraving, 1876
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1876 Brooklyn Faber Factory Lead Manufacture Pencil Pollution Sky Line Smoke Stack Wagon Working Class
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Brooklyn, New York in 1876. The image showcases the A. W. Fabers Lead Pencil and Penholder Manufactory, a prominent factory that played a significant role in American manufacturing history. The towering smokestacks emit plumes of smoke into the sky, symbolizing the industrial revolution that was sweeping across America during this time. The architecture of the building reflects both functionality and grandeur, with its sturdy structure standing tall amidst a cityscape filled with horse-drawn wagons and busy workers. In this snapshot of history, we catch a glimpse of life in an era where manual labor was at its peak. Hardworking men can be seen going about their daily tasks, diligently crafting lead pencils and penholders that would soon find their way into countless hands across the nation. The scene is not without its flaws; pollution hangs heavy in the air as evidence of progress comes at an environmental cost. However, it also serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then in terms of sustainable practices. This remarkable engraving from 1876 transports us to an era when factories like these were vital cogs in driving economic growth while providing employment opportunities for working-class individuals striving to make ends meet. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination during an important period in American history.
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