Pantograph Collection

Design: Pantograph, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: Benoit-Louis Prevost
Design: Pantograph, from Encyclopedie, 1762/77

Pantograph (engraving)
3634594 Pantograph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantograph. An instrument by means of which drawings may be either enlarged)

A sure and convenient machine for drawing silhouettes (engraving)
979833 A sure and convenient machine for drawing silhouettes (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A sure and convenient machine for drawing silhouettes)

European sculptor, 1947. Creator: Unknown
European sculptor, 1947. Sculptor at work in his studio, using a device similar to a pantograph to create a sculpture from a small maquette

Diagram of a pantograph. This is a collection of several metal arms linked in parallelograms. A pointer in one position is traced over a document

Passenger cars
Antique illustration engraving of a passenger cars

Pantograph
Antique Illustration of a pantograph

Cartographer Frank Albert reduces a navigation chart to scale using a pantograph. Photograph, c1937
CARTOGRAPHY, c1937. Cartographer Frank Albert reduces a navigation chart to scale using a pantograph. Photograph, c1937

Guided tram transport system. Guided electric rubber-tyred tram operating on the Caen Guided Light Transit, a public transport system in Caen, Normandy, France

Child train safety, artwork

Trams in Prague
Trams on a street in Prague, Czech Republic

Tram in Prague
Passengers boarding a tram on a street in Prague, Czech Republic

Components of a pantograph
Pantograph. Various components required to make a pantograph. This is a collection of several metal arms linked in parallelograms

Frontispiece of Pantagraphice
Pantograph. Frontispiece from Pantagraphice by Christoph Scheiner, printed in Rome in 1631. Various Popes, bishops and saints are depicted watching a disembodied arm drawing using a perspective

Beijing trolleybus
A trolleybus in Beijing, China. The articulated ( bendy ) bus collects electric power from an overhead catenary using a pantograph

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The pantograph, also known as an engraving machine, has been a sure and convenient tool for artists throughout history. This European sculptor in 1947 utilized the pantograph to create stunning silhouettes with precision and ease. The creator of this masterpiece remains unknown, but their talent is undeniable. Not only used by artists, the pantograph has found its place in various industries. Passenger cars have benefited from this ingenious invention, allowing for smooth and efficient transportation systems. In fact, cartographer Frank Albert relied on the pantograph to reduce navigation charts to scale in the late 1930s. Safety is paramount when it comes to transportation, especially when children are involved. Artwork depicting child train safety showcases how the use of a they are contribute to ensuring a secure journey for young passengers. Trams have become synonymous with cities like Prague, where these guided transport systems seamlessly navigate through bustling streets. A tram gliding through Prague's picturesque scenery captures both the charm of this city and the functionality of a well-designed pantograph system. Understanding the components that make up a pantograph is essential in appreciating its capabilities fully. From intricate mechanisms to precise measurements, each part plays a vital role in achieving accurate engravings or drawings. Pantagraphice's frontispiece serves as an ode to this remarkable machine's importance throughout history. It highlights not only its practicality but also its artistic value as an instrument capable of creating beautiful works that stand the test of time. Whether it be engraving silhouettes or reducing navigation charts; facilitating safe transportation or capturing urban beauty; understanding its components or cherishing historical significance – there is no denying that the versatile nature of a pantograph continues to leave an indelible mark across different fields and eras alike.