#antique tools

[wikirobot]

Cleaning up and sharpening a few hand planes I picked up on Craigslist. Lots of sharpening and cleaning off of rust.

[joeflanagantrading]

[montorrohandmadeboots]

Montorro Handmade Boots

[labellenouvelle]

ON HOW TO KILL A VAMPIRE...

That's what the previous owner said this was for , maybe he's right , who knows... I do know it's original purpose was to be used as a field anvil and sharpening scythes . 19th century hand forges with stunning ironsmith work. Item No. E58312 Dimension. 14" long List Price. $ 199

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[tmcphotoblog]

Old Workshop:

[echosystems]

'Tools are the parents of all other antiques.'

I mean I guess so, but... why are you telling me this information wikipedia?

I feel like this information has some resonance I cannot fathom in my current form.

Also:

'Most man-made objects were made...'

Most?

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[cuntwrap--supreme]

I've been looking for a crosscut saw forever, and I found one in an antique shop today (along with one of those Shrek Forever After glasses that has Way Too Much Cadmium in it) that I've dated to be from between 1945 and 1953 (it's hard to know without knowing what the logo is made from since they're the same image but different metals I guess?). Which is super dope. I love old hand tools because they're almost always sturdier than newer hand tools. For example, the hand axe I bought new a few years back broke off in a tree; the antique hand axe I found to replace it is nigh 100 years old, cost the same as a new axe, sharpens easily, and has given me no problems.

[53v3nfrn5]

Antique ‘Stork Scissors’ from Italy and Germany

[randomitemdrop]

Item: 2,500-year-old litter box scoop (source)

[huariqueje]

Potting Shed I - Rory Hutton , 2023.

Scottish , b. 1980s

Linocut , 29.7 x 21.5 cm. 11¾ x 8½ in.

Edition of 15

[joeflanagantrading]

[922rifle]

antique taxidermy kit.

[thepastisalreadywritten]

[memetrash-coyote]

Finally finished a personal project I started at the beginning of the year! It was a fun challenge. I don't normally do tooling, but I'm very pleased with it. The piece feels very Zora, and that's the point.

[semioticapocalypse]

I really hope you will find this interesting and maybe even useful.

APS is a Custom GPT I made. And it figures out old photos, sometimes pretty obscure ones.

I've been testing it for some time now and while being far from perfect, it appears to be quite a useful device, i would say, surprisingly so. And I would really appreciate it, if you give it a try, — and maybe even provide some feedback

[Only ChatGPT Plus users have access to Custom GPTs for now; hopefully this will change soon].

Case study

I asked it to "tell me all there is to know about this image:

It was found on Flickr with the caption "Pardon of Folgoet 1923", which, frankly speaking, made no sense to me — except for the year, of course. Now I know that Pardon is a religious ceremony, rather specific to Bretagne, where Folgoët is located.

What follows is rather a detailed report of APS findings, —and while being maybe a bit too general, it was also acccurate, quick and quite instructive indeed. Here it is:

This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, capturing a moment that speaks to the era's cultural, societal, and technological aspects. Let's analyze the various elements:

Architecture and Location: The building in the background is made of stone, indicating that this photo could be from a region where stone was a common construction material, possibly Europe. The style of the shutters and the architecture suggest a setting in a small town or village.

Signage: The sign reading "BYRRH" suggests a location where French is spoken, as Byrrh is a French aperitif that has been produced since the 19th century. This could place the photograph somewhere in France or in a French-influenced area.

Fashion: The attire of the individuals is very indicative of the time period. The women are wearing long dresses and hats typical of the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The boys are dressed in what appears to be sailor suits, a popular style for children from the mid-19th century onwards, as per the knowledge sourced from the documents provided.

Children's Clothing: The boys are dressed similarly, indicating a uniform, which could imply they are attending a special event or are part of a school group. This was a common practice in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Flags: The flags are difficult to identify clearly, but they seem to be fluttering in celebration or a public event, which could help date the photograph if the event is known.

Street Scene: The cobblestone street and the relaxed posture of the people suggest a peaceful day-to-day moment, rather than a staged photograph.

Photographic Style and Quality: The clarity of the image, along with the candid nature of the shot, suggests it was taken at a time when street photography became more feasible due to advancements in camera technology. This could be in the late 19th or early 20th century, aligning with the Kodak Brownie introduction in 1900, making photography more accessible to the masses.

Umbrellas and Sunlight: The presence of umbrellas could indicate either a sunny day or an impending rain, but the shadows suggest a bright day, with the sun high as indicated by the short shadows.

From these observations, it seems likely that the photograph was taken in France or a French-influenced region during a public event or gathering, likely in the late 19th or early 20th century. The combination of the children's uniforms, the women's fashion, the stone architecture, and the photographic quality all contribute to this conclusion. However, without more context or specific historical knowledge, pinpointing an exact date or event is challenging.