OUR COLONIAL WOOL TRADE: 1. The Dublin Castle discharging Cargo of Cape Wool at Blackwall

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OUR COLONIAL WOOL TRADE: 1. The Dublin Castle discharging Cargo of Cape Wool at Blackwall

OUR COLONIAL WOOL TRADE: 1. The Dublin Castle discharging Cargo of Cape Wool at Blackwall Docks; 2. On Deck: Unloading the Wool; 3. Drawing Samples from the Bales; 4. In the Main Hold: Breaking Bulk; 5. Labelling the Bales in Lots on Show; 6. Weighing Up the Bales after Sale; 7, 8, and 9. Intending Buyers Examining and Valuing at the Warehouse; 10. The Wool Storehouse, St. Katherines Docks; 11. The Sale Room at the Wool Exchange

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. This 1882 engraving from the Liszt Collection takes us back in time to witness the intricate process of our colonial wool trade. The image showcases various stages involved in handling Cape Wool at Blackwall Docks, offering a fascinating insight into this vital industry. In the foreground, we see "The Dublin Castle" ship gracefully discharging its precious cargo onto the bustling dock. On deck, workers diligently unload bales of wool while others draw samples for quality assessment. In the main hold, laborers break bulk and meticulously label each bale according to specific lots on display. Moving further into this historical scene, intending buyers can be seen examining and valuing these valuable goods at a warehouse nearby. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation as they assess their potential purchases before making informed decisions. Adjacent to this lively trading hub stands St. Katherine's Docks' impressive wool storehouse—its grandeur reflecting the significance of this trade during that era. Meanwhile, inside a dedicated sale room at the Wool Exchange, negotiations unfold amidst an air of Victorian elegance and sophistication. This engraved image not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as an illustrative technique showcasing remarkable craftsmanship from that period. With its retro-styled charm and vintage allure, it transports us back to an era when our colonial wool trade played a pivotal role in shaping economies and cultures worldwide.

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