Efficient Collection

Graphene sheet, artwork C016 / 8274
Graphene sheet. Computer artwork showing the molecular structure of a graphene sheet. Graphene is a single layer of graphite

HAWKER HURRICANE 1
The supremely efficient fighter as it appears at the outbreak of World War One - less glamorous than the Spitfire but in practice the more effective aircraft

Mixing treated asbestos fibre, Heath Robinson machine
Efficient plant for the successful mixing of treated asbestos fibre with cement. A drawing done by William Heath Robinson for Turners Asbestos Cement Co

The man who drank the bands champagne by H. M. Bateman
Illustration by H. M. Bateman showing a man in evening dress quaffing a glass of champagne watched by an astonished orchestra

Hospital nurse warning jacket. This jacket is worn by nurses who are delivering medication to patients, to warn other staff and patients not to disturb them

Primus Stove 1932
The Primus stove is an indispensable item in any campers equipment, burning paraffin gas without a wick, pumped by hand and extremely efficient

Horse That Took The Wrong Turning- At Epsom, by H. M. B
Maverick horse galloping the opposite direction to the rest of the race. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch, the Tatler and the Bystander

Wind turbines at Pincher Creek, Alberta, with the Rockies beyond, Canada

British six-pounder gun by G. H. Davis
The British six-pounder gun: explanatory drawings. It was an efficient field and anti-tank gun of high velocity, used for example against Rommels German army in the desert, Second World War

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept vehicle - 2011 Australian I
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics

The Man Who Bid Half-A-Guinea At Tattersall s, by H. M. Bat
A humorous illustration showing a man who has caused havoc at the races. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch, the Tatler and the Bystander

Insulation in a house loft or roof space. Insulating your loft can save a significant amount of household heat loss
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A man measuring the depth of insulation in a house loft or roof space. Insulating your loft can save a significant
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

FOULIS GAS FIRE / 1889
Foulis Patent Regenerative Gas fire, supplied by the Carron Company. Universally admitted to be the most efficient gas fires by the trade both at home and abroad

The Rolls Rapide Twin Tub washing machine - look what you get! A bargain at 39 guineas! Date: 1961

Angel Inn, Guildford
An etching of the Angel Inn, one of Guildford's large coaching inns established in the middle ages, with Jacobean or Tudor timber framing

British smaller Inland Postcard
This replaced the earlier larger card and is an early example of how advertisers and merchants were making use of this cheap and efficient form of communication

Bactrian camels pulling American harvesting machines on the Russian Steppes in the Caucasus, 1909 (photo)
5999871 Bactrian camels pulling American harvesting machines on the Russian Steppes in the Caucasus, 1909 (photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Practical and efficient motor veils 1905
Two women wearing motoring headwear with protective veil over their faces, available from D. H Evans. 1905

The Knight of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck
AGD336588 The Knight of Coins, facsimile of a tarot card from the Visconti deck, 1441-47 (colour litho) by Bembo, Bonifacio (c.1420-82) (attr.) (after); 17.5x8.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres, Sketches with a Marching Column (engraving)
1626917 The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres, Sketches with a Marching Column (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Easter Volunteer Manoeuvres)

Engines, Electric Tram Station, Cape Town (b / w photo)
3092461 Engines, Electric Tram Station, Cape Town (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engines, Electric Tram Station, Cape Town)

Businessman talking on cell phone
adult, back view, business, businessman, caucasian, cell phone, cellular phone, communication, corporation, day, discuss, discussing, efficient, executive, full-length, man, mobile, one person only

Pumpjack in a field, Alberta, Canada
Pumpjack in a field in the foothills and the snow-covered Rocky mountains in the background with a glowing sky at sunset; Alberta, Canada

An Oncoming Train

Hen standing in line with five eggs; British columbia canada

Nitzana ecological village dew collector
Nitzana Ecological Village, dew collector. The cool desert nights are ideal for dew appearance, which when collected id a natural source of drinking water

The Mannequin Who Made The Most Of It, by H. M. Bateman
A humorous illustration showing a fashion mannequin taking to the catwalk, entrancing all the audience. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch

Russian War Loan Card
An invitation to subscribe to the Russian war loan features a machine-gun team looking efficient enough - just the same, I wouldn t recommend this for your savings

Coal-gas powered delivery van of the Illustrated London News
An example of coal-gas powered vehicles during the First World War, this example being the delivery van of the Illustrated London News and Sketch Ltd

WW2 poster, Get this into your head, Mister! When material in short supply is received, it must be supplied to production floor at lightning speed. Design by Victor Hicks. Date: 1940s

WW2 poster, G R Notes are the Key Notes
WW2 poster, G R [Goods Received?] Notes are the Key Notes of harmonious store keeping. Wrong information and careless handling causes discord. Design by Victor Hicks. Date: 1940s

WW2 poster, Tidy Stores -- theres a place for everything -- put everything in its place! Design by Victor Hicks. Date: 1940s

WW2 poster, Be quick in your clearance of goods inwards to stores -- make lightning speed with accuracy your motto. Date: 1940s

An efficient ships lifeboat by G. H. Davis
In quest of an efficient ships lifeboat: a type which might have helped the Volturno (where one lifeboat overturned, two smashed against the side of the burning vessel)

The Faster Train, by H. M. Bateman
Illustration by H. M. Bateman showing terrified passengers enduring a white knuckle ride on the direct train. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch

Origami gear wheels
Gear wheels folded out of paper, origami style

WWI - French drive the Prussians back into the Marne
WWI - The failure of the Turkish Krupp cannon against the French Creussot cannon - French propaganda postcard, so this need be taken with a moderate dosage of salt... Date: 1914

Two horizontal water wheels, the left with highly curved blades more efficient than flat blades on right. Early form of turbine. From Andreas Bockler Theatrum Machinarum Novum, Nuremberg, 1673

Hand-powered threshing machine by Barrett, Exall & Andrews. These machines were more efficient than the traditional threshing with flails, the labour-intensive winter occupation of farm labourers

Mine ventilation. Hollow wooden drum, top, which had two blowholes opposite each other on the circumference, C, one to suck in air and one to expel it as the drum rotated

Energy saving light bulb F006 / 7205
Energy saving light bulb

Green energy, conceptual artwork F006 / 3760
Green energy, conceptual computer artwork

Green energy, conceptual artwork F006 / 3758
Green energy, conceptual computer artwork

Plasma propulsion engine, artwork C016 / 7697
Plasma propulsion engine, computer artwork. A plasma propulsion engine is a type of ion thruster which uses plasma in some or all parts of the thrust generation process

Energy saving washing enzymes, concept C016 / 7514
Energy saving washing enzymes, conceptual artwork

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"Efficiency: From Heath Robinson Machines to Wind Turbines" In a world where efficiency is key, innovation takes center stage. Picture this: a man mixing treated asbestos fiber with precision, reminiscent of the intricate workings of a Heath Robinson machine. Meanwhile, another man sips champagne intended for the band, as depicted in H. M. Bateman's comical artwork. But efficiency extends beyond humor and creativity. A hospital nurse dons a warning jacket, ensuring safety protocols are followed diligently. In 1932, the Primus Stove revolutionized cooking methods with its efficient design. Speaking of wrong turns, imagine witnessing "The Horse That Took The Wrong Turning" at Epsom racecourse through H. M. B's satirical lens – an amusing reminder that even horses can falter in their pursuit of efficiency. Science and technology play their part too; enter graphene sheets and wind turbines at Pincher Creek harnessing renewable energy sources efficiently. BMW's Vision EfficientDynamics concept vehicle showcases cutting-edge engineering from Australia in 2011. Yet history reminds us that efficiency has long been valued - G. H Davis' British six-pounder gun exemplifies military prowess combined with effectiveness on the battlefield. Returning to Bateman's wit-filled illustrations, we find ourselves chuckling once more at "The Man Who Bid Half-A-Guinea At Tattersall’s. " Efficiency knows no bounds when it comes to securing bargains. Lastly, insulation becomes paramount in our quest for energy conservation and combating climate change. Whether insulating house lofts or measuring depths meticulously like a diligent homeowner does – every effort counts towards saving household heat loss and preserving our planet. Efficiency intertwines artistry, science, history, and sustainability into one harmonious symphony – paving the way for progress while honoring past achievements.