Mechanical Collection (page 7)

An Edwardian mechanical greeting card of a girl hiding her face with a fan, c
3604530 An Edwardian mechanical greeting card of a girl hiding her face with a fan, c.1910 (color litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian mechanical Christmas card of a monkey pulling a cat
3604527 A Victorian mechanical Christmas card of a monkey pulling a cats tail when the card is opened, c. 1890 (colour litho) by English School

Trevithick"s High Pressure Tram Engine (litho)
3598183 Trevithick"s High Pressure Tram Engine (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Pen-y-Darren" locomotive)

Serio-Comic warfare (litho)
3623457 Serio-Comic warfare (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serio-Comic warfare)

The Ferry Boat "Transfer"of the Canada Southern Railroad Company (engraving)
6016213 The Ferry Boat " Transfer" of the Canada Southern Railroad Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government (engraving)
6016212 First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government)

Clock for Portsmouth Town Hall (engraving)
6016196 Clock for Portsmouth Town Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clock for Portsmouth Town Hall)

Mechanical detail of a valuable adjunct to the office equipment (b / w photo)
6008254 Mechanical detail of a valuable adjunct to the office equipment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Henry Ford, 1919 (b / w photo)
5848250 Henry Ford, 1919 (b/w photo) by Hartsook, Fred (1876-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: (1863-1947) American automobile manufacturer, founder of Ford Motor Company

Different types of corkscrew, 1893 (litho)
KDC384230 Different types of corkscrew, 1893 (litho) by Poyet, Louis (1846-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: L to R: ordinary corkscrew; butlers corkscrew; corkscrew with single levers;)

Mechanical reaper (chromolitho)
977668 Mechanical reaper (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mechanical reaper)

Portrait of Augusta Ada King (1815 - 1852), Countess of Lovelace (engraving)
875072 Portrait of Augusta Ada King (1815 - 1852), Countess of Lovelace (engraving). by Chalon, Alfred-Edward (1780-1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augusta Ada King)

Portrait of Augusta Ada King (1815 - 1852), Countess of Lovelace (colour engraving)
875071 Portrait of Augusta Ada King (1815 - 1852), Countess of Lovelace (colour engraving). by Chalon, Alfred-Edward (1780-1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augusta Ada King)

Wheel-lock from a hunting rifle, c. 1660-1720 (steel inlaid with gold)
490827 Wheel-lock from a hunting rifle, c.1660-1720 (steel inlaid with gold) by Austrian School; 17.2x30.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

A piano by Ricca & Son Piano Co. with a man adjacent holding up part of the piano works
MNY381279 A piano by Ricca & Son Piano Co. with a man adjacent holding up part of the piano works, 1907 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

Owen, engraver, trade card (engraving)
731571 Owen, engraver, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Owen, engraver, trade card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Erecting the Ancient Egyptian Obelisk in St. Peters Square, Rome
810340 Erecting the Ancient Egyptian Obelisk in St. Peters Square, Rome, engraved by Alessandro Specchi (engraving) by Fontana

A book press for folio books, 1607 (engraving)
810260 A book press for folio books, 1607 (engraving) by Zonca, Vittorio (1568-1602); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Nuovo Teatro di Macchine Ed Edifici pub)

Horse-driven milling machine 1607 (engraving)
810248 Horse-driven milling machine 1607 (engraving) by Zonca, Vittorio (1568-1602); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Nuovo Teatro di Macchine Ed Edifici pub)

Hydraulic machine for a canal or river lock, 1607 (engraving)
810254 Hydraulic machine for a canal or river lock, 1607 (engraving) by Zonca, Vittorio (1568-1602); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Nuovo Teatro di Macchine Ed Edifici pub)

Perrotine, impression mecanique des tissus en plusieurs couleurs (engraving)
2781363 Perrotine, impression mecanique des tissus en plusieurs couleurs (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perrotine)

The Mechanical Cow - early vending machine
The Automatic Milk Supply- an early form of vending machine installed in Ilford Essex in 1911. Jugs of milk could be filled for one old penny Date: 1911

Lazare Carnot visiting the workshop of Jacquard in Lyon, 1801 (colour litho)
2819127 Lazare Carnot visiting the workshop of Jacquard in Lyon, 1801 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The evolution of the motor car (colour litho)
3094436 The evolution of the motor car (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The evolution of the motor car)

Jack Blandiver, Wells Cathedral (colour photo)
3096219 Jack Blandiver, Wells Cathedral (colour photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jack Blandiver, Wells Cathedral)

James Watt (engraving)
3058102 James Watt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Watt (1736-1819) from Gallery of Portraits published in 1833 (after William Beechey)

Submarine and European Telegraphs advertisement, c. 1852
3037841 Submarine and European Telegraphs advertisement, c.1852 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The ascent of Mont Blanc made easy: a suggestion to the followers of Mr Albert Smith. A very relaxed Victorian man is transported to the top of the mountain on a giant pair of retractable mechanical

Portrait of Nikola Tesla, 1890 (photo)
2636903 Portrait of Nikola Tesla, 1890 (photo) by Sarony, Napoleon (1821-96); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nikola Tesla (1856 - 1943) was a Serbian American inventor, electrical engineer

Ships loading at wharf Outer Harbour, Australia, c. 1900-1910
Vintage photograph: Ships loading at a wharf on the Outer Harbour, Adelaide Australia, c.1900-1910

Trades in Regency England: basket making, geese plucking and whips. Basket-maker weaving willow into baskets and hampers on the Isle of Ely 34

Fol. 46v, from the Codex Forster III, 1480s-1494 (pen & ink on paper)
XJF308781 Fol. 46v, from the Codex Forster III, 1480s-1494 (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Longitudinal section plan of Fultons submarine Nautilus
PNP248802 Longitudinal section plan of Fultons submarine Nautilus, 1798 (pen & ink on paper) by Fulton, Robert (1765-1815); Private Collection; Peter Newark Historical Pictures; American

D Napier and Son - Bristol centaurus
Bristol Centaurus 661 engine

D Napier and Son - Turbocharger prints
Napier turbocharger. Type NA-150

D Napier and Son - Nomad
Napier 5000 BHP E124 aero engine

D Napier and Son - Sabre E107
Gear idler LH sleeve & blower drive

D Napier and Son - Special projects
Breguet scheme for augmented lift

D Napier and Son - Gazelle
Gazelle Mk. 10101 ECU. Air diagram 6983

D Napier and Son - Sabre I, II & V
Diagrammatic Layout of Hobson-RAE. Master Control Injector Type: NS2 & NS4

D Napier and Son - Turbocharger
Napier na 450 Turbo-charger

D Napier and Son - Hercules
Bristol Hercules 730 Engine TP1536

D Napier and Son - Sealion
60-0 Power MTB Section through Camshaft Drives

The Drawing Office, 3rd Floor IMechE. Later in c1936 the opposite end was partitioned off as an office. In 1951 the office was transferred to the door-end and re-partitioned. Date: 1936

Portrait of Frederick William Lanchester. Date: circa 1930

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"Unleashing the Power of Mechanical Marvels: A Journey through Time and Innovation" Step into The Engine Room at the Clement-Talbot Motor Works, London, where mechanical wonders come to life. Witness the intricate beauty of 1490 Leonardo Da Vinci's color portrait, a testament to his visionary mind that transcended centuries. Feel the adrenaline rush as you behold the majestic Flying Scotsman - LNER High-pressure Compound Express Loco. Its powerful presence embodies engineering excellence and speed. Marvel at Joseph Whitworth's IMechE medal and invitation, symbols of recognition for his groundbreaking contributions to mechanical advancements that shaped our world. Experience pure innovation with D Napier and Son's Deltic engine, an epitome of efficiency and reliability in locomotive technology. Picture No. 10767981 captures its raw power in action. Witness Welsh Lady skillfully using a Singer Sewing Machine, showcasing how mechanics revolutionized everyday life by enhancing productivity and creativity. Be amazed by GLC-LFB Foam Tender at East Ham - a true hero ready to combat fire emergencies with its cutting-edge mechanisms designed for safety and protection. Contemplate the mind-boggling concept of multiple universes while exploring the realms of imagination intertwined with mechanics' boundless possibilities. Observe a mechanical digger tirelessly excavating earth, reminding us how these machines have reshaped industries like construction and mining worldwide. Discover ancient ingenuity through Antikythera mechanism artwork C017 / 7190 – an astonishing astronomical calculator from antiquity that astounds even modern minds today. Challenge your intellect with Rubik's Cube artwork – a mesmerizing fusion of logic, mathematics, and mechanics that has captivated generations since its invention. Mechanical marvels transcend time; they are windows into human ingenuity shaping our past, present, and future. Embrace their allure as we celebrate their impact on society.