Elevator Collection

Otis Electric Elevator
OTIS electric elevator Date: 1890

Zacatecas, teleferico system on the Bufa mountain is an old Aerial Tram and dates from 1975, it was meant as a medium of transportation but today is more like a touristic atraction on the city

The Standard Hotel, Kings Cross, London, England, UK

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England, East Sussex, Brighton, Kemptown, Elevator between Marine Parade and the lower esplanade of AMdeira Drive. Lift exits into the Concorde 2 nightclub and music venue

OTIS ELEVATOR WORKS, 1853. The Otis factory on the Hudson River in Yonkers, New York. Wood engraving, 1853

Entrance to Harbour, Buffalo, New York State, USA
Entrance to the Harbour, Buffalo, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1900s

Lacerda Elevator at sunset, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil, South America

ST. LOUIS: FREIGHT YARD. Twilight view of a freight yard near a grain storage facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Photographed c1974

ELEVATOR, 1862. The Otis Patent Hoisting Engine, first installed in the A. T
ELEVATOR, 1862. The Otis Patent Hoisting Engine, first installed in the A.T. Stewart Store, later Wanamaker s, in New York City: line engraving, 1862

Paternoster lift, usage and drive wheels, wood engravings, published 1888
Schematic representation of use, and the drive wheels of a paternoster lift. Created by Peter Hart (British engineer). Wood engravings, published in 1888

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Passenger Elevators. Date: 1922

Lacerda Elevator at dusk, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil, South America

Leon Edouxs hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887

Salvation Army elevator
Men at work sorting waste paper in a Salvation Army Elevator. Elevators, which aimed to help the unskilled or unemployed, combined a factory space together with hostel accommodation for those working

Foggy sunrise over grain elevator in tiny Kathryn, North Dakota, USA

Specification & tender for ?Otis? electric passenger elevato
IMechE: specification & tender for ?Otis? electric passenger elevator, 25 Feb 1897 Date: 1897

OTIS ELEVATOR FACTORY. The Otis Elevator Factory at Yonkers, New York, c1870. Contemporary American wood engraving

Land, Lane, Lark, Last, Lath, Leaf, Leak, Leap, Lens, Lift, Limb, Link (engraving)
8650001 Land, Lane, Lark, Last, Lath, Leaf, Leak, Leap, Lens, Lift, Limb, Link (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Land, Lane, Lark, Last, Lath)

An engraving depicting floating grain elevators at Chicago. The grain was transferred from canal barges direct into
5311285 An engraving depicting floating grain elevators at Chicago. The grain was transferred from canal barges direct into the holds of the ocean steamers

A hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall, 1850
3330793 A hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a hydraulic lift at the docks near Blackwall. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Do You Know: Why do men walk on outside of pavement? (colour litho)
8668156 Do You Know: Why do men walk on outside of pavement? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Why do men walk on outside of pavement)

A hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks, 1850
3330523 A hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630756 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Modern Wonders, 1938: Monster Canal Lift (colour photo)
8659908 Modern Wonders, 1938: Monster Canal Lift (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monster Canal Lift)

A hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks, 1850
3330553 A hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a hydraulic lift at the Victoria Docks, designed by Edwin Clark (1814-1894) an English civil engineer

Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887
530828 Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Electrical goods lift or elevator, c.1900 (chromo)
1790159 Electrical goods lift or elevator, c.1900 (chromo); (add.info.: electrical goods lift or elevator, illustration from History of electricity in France, early 20th century); Photo © CCI.

Herr Kristan von Hamle-portrait of the Minnesinger, or medieval German courtly love poet
2902651 Herr Kristan von Hamle-portrait of the Minnesinger, or medieval German courtly love poet; (add.info.: The poet being lifted up to his lady's window, Illustration from the Codex Manesse)

elevator
Erkan Camlilar

Upwards
Azriel Yakubovitch

elevator view
HAN dong hee

Speeding up
Kay PK

lift into the future
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

Escalator
Martin Fleckenstein

Liege-Guillemins
Martin Fleckenstein

"Factories, Refineries, Granaries Grow Thick" Ship Discharging Grain by Floating Pneumatic Elevators and Into Quayside Mill at Millwall Dock, 1937

The New Fashion Phaeton, February 22, 1776. Creator: Philip Dawe
The New Fashion Phaeton, February 22, 1776. Sic Itur ad Astra, (Thus one goes to the stars). Attributed to Philip Dawe

The Levels
Roland Weber

Low angle view of elevator inside Old Town Hall and Prague Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic

Elevador da Bica, Lisbon, Portugal, Europe

Bica funicular, Lisbon, Portugal

Bica funicular rail track, Lisbon, Portugal

Abbas Ali Amir

Stairs
Mario Horvat

New York, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls State Park, Elevator and Observation Tower
2030-307115-01

New York, Niagara Falls, Elevator and Observation Deck
2030-307124-01

Brazil, Bahia, Salvador, lower city scene

Brazil, Bahia, Salvador, lower city scene with Mario Cravo's sculpture

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"Riding the Elevator: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the world of elevators, where innovation meets convenience. From the iconic Otis Electric Elevator to the breathtaking Lacerda Elevator in Salvador, Brazil, these vertical marvels have transformed our lives in countless ways. Let's start our journey at The Standard Hotel in Kings Cross, London. As you ascend its sleek elevator, you can't help but appreciate how far we've come since the days of OTIS ELEVATOR WORKS back in 1853. Imagine witnessing their factory on the Hudson River or experiencing their groundbreaking Otis Patent Hoisting Engine at Wanamakers in New York City. But elevators aren't just about function; they also offer stunning views. Picture yourself gliding up Zacatecas' towering heights or gazing upon Buffalo's picturesque entrance to Harbour from an elevated perspective. These moments remind us that they are not merely a means of transportation but also gateways to new horizons. As twilight sets over St. Louis' freight yard, we see how elevators play a vital role in industries worldwide. They facilitate efficient movement and storage of goods, ensuring that commerce never sleeps. Now let's delve into history with wood engravings from 1862 showcasing Paternoster lifts - fascinating contraptions with usage and drive wheels that were once prevalent across Europe. It's incredible to witness how technology has evolved over time while still preserving the essence of this ingenious invention. Onboard RMS Mauretania, one can truly appreciate luxury as passenger elevators whisk guests effortlessly between decks. These elegant machines epitomize comfort and sophistication during oceanic voyages – a testament to human ingenuity meeting opulence on grand scales. Finally, return to Salvador for a magical experience at dusk or sunset aboard the Lacerda Elevator – an architectural gem connecting upper and lower parts of this vibrant Brazilian cityscape.