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One of the cigar manufacturing departments at Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd, London, c1870s (1903)
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One of the cigar manufacturing departments at Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd, London, c1870s (1903)
One of the cigar manufacturing departments at Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd, London, c1870s (1903). Salmon & Gluckstein was a British tobacco company, founded in London in 1873 by Samuel Gluckstein (1821-1873) and Barnett Salmon. The business expanded rapidly before being bought by Imperial Tobacco in 1902. From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]
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This print captures one of the bustling cigar manufacturing departments at Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd in London during the 1870s. The image provides a glimpse into the industrial revolution that swept through Britain during this era. Men can be seen diligently working at their workbenches, surrounded by stacks of tobacco leaves and various tools of their trade. Salmon & Gluckstein was a renowned British tobacco company founded in 1873 by Samuel Gluckstein and Barnett Salmon. Their business flourished rapidly, making them key players in the industry before being acquired by Imperial Tobacco in 1902. The photograph showcases not only the intricate process involved in cigar production but also offers insight into the social fabric of Victorian England. It highlights the hardworking nature of these factory workers who played an essential role in shaping Britain's economy during this period. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from history, emphasizing its significance as a window into nineteenth-century British industry. This image serves as a testament to both technological advancements and human labor that contributed to transforming London into an industrial powerhouse. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene frozen in time, it reminds us of the rich heritage left behind by companies like Salmon and Gluckstein Ltd. , whose legacy continues to resonate even today.
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