Pattern shop, Falkirk Iron Works

Maker
Unknown
Production date
Circa 1911
 Description
View of pattern shop showing a low roofed building with a large number of men with white aprons working at benches. A circular saw is to the right. Wood shavings lie on the floor.
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Department
Photo
Maker
Production date
Circa 1911
Subject person
Subject place
Falkirk Iron Works/Grahams Rd/Grahamston/Falkirk area
Subject notes
Before an object could be cast, it had to be modelled in wood or plaster by a pattern-maker. Their skills in making patterns were essential to creating high quality end products. Pattern-designers and makers were amongst the highest paid workers in a foundry.
Accession number
P02212

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