Canvas Print : The Multiplex Dragline by Heath Robinson
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The Multiplex Dragline by Heath Robinson
The multiplex dragline for dragging winding streams - another suggestion by Mr W. Heath Robinson. A complicated excavation machine enabling the operator to drag in curving lines. Date: c.1938
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Media ID 14127820
© Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library
1938 Amusing Complicated Contraption Contraptions Crane Cranes Curving Digger Diggers Digging Dragging Engineering Excavation Gadget Gadgets Heath Invention Inventions Machinery Machines Robinson Stream Winding Bendy Multiplex
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "The Multiplex Dragline by Heath Robinson" canvas print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection. This intriguing piece, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the ingenious design of British humorist and illustrator, W. Heath Robinson. Imagine the complexity and innovation of this excavation machine brought to life in stunning detail on your wall. The Multiplex Dragline, created around 1938, is a marvel of engineering, designed for dragging winding streams with an intricate system that allows the operator to create curving lines. Our high-quality canvas prints are crafted with care, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring Heath Robinson's whimsical design to life. Add a touch of vintage charm and engineering wonder to your home or office decor with this captivating canvas print. Order now and enjoy the delightful intricacy of The Multiplex Dragline by Heath Robinson.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by the ingenious British illustrator, W. Heath Robinson, showcases his signature whimsical style in the depiction of The Multiplex Dragline, an intricately designed excavation machine from around 1938. With its playful blend of engineering and amusement, this contraption is sure to leave you in awe. The Multiplex Dragline is an ingenious solution for dragging and winding streams in curving lines. This machine, with its labyrinthine complexity, is a testament to Robinson's ability to turn everyday objects into fantastical creations. The machine's design is a marvel, with its intricate network of gears, pulleys, and ropes, all working together in perfect harmony to accomplish the seemingly impossible task. Robinson's invention is a nod to the spirit of innovation that characterized the early to mid-20th century. The machine's name, "multiplex," suggests a complex, multifaceted design, which is evident in every detail of this humorous contraption. The operator, seated comfortably at the controls, appears to be in complete command, guiding the dragline as it bends and curves to follow the contours of the land. The Multiplex Dragline is a delightful departure from the mundane world of machinery and engineering, offering a glimpse into the imaginative mind of Heath Robinson. This print is not only a fascinating historical artifact but also a reminder of the power of human ingenuity and the boundless potential for creativity and humor in the world of invention.
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