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Refrigeration: sectional view of an ice house
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Refrigeration: sectional view of an ice house
Refrigeration: sectional view of an ice house. It consists of a pit dug and lined with brick, which is a poor conductor of heat, and roofed with thatch for the same reason. Each piece of ice would be dipped in water before being packed in the ice-house, so forming a solid mass with the minimum surface area exposed to the air. A man is pictured ramming down the ice
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Brick Diagram Food Preservation Ice House Refrigeration Ann Ronan Pictures Ramming
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This print showcases the ingenuity of early refrigeration methods. The image reveals a sectional view of an ice house, providing a glimpse into the intricate design and construction required to preserve food in the past. The ice house is constructed with bricks, known for their poor heat conductivity, ensuring minimal heat transfer from the surroundings. Its roof is thatched, further enhancing insulation properties. Each piece of ice depicted in the photo has been dipped in water before being packed inside the ice house. This process creates a solid mass with limited surface area exposed to air, effectively slowing down melting. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a man diligently ramming down blocks of ice within the structure. His focused expression highlights his dedication to preserving perishable goods using this traditional method. This monochrome photograph not only captures an essential aspect of history but also serves as a reminder of human innovation and resourcefulness when faced with challenges such as food preservation before modern refrigeration techniques emerged. As we observe this intriguing image from Ann Ronan Pictures' collection, it prompts us to appreciate how far technology has advanced while acknowledging our ancestors' remarkable solutions for everyday problems like keeping food fresh against all odds.
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