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A Decided Catch by William Heath Robinson

The Whitebait cycle, an ingenious contraption necessitated by the exorbitant charges for hire of boats at the seaside this season. Another brilliant invention from the gadget king, William Heath Robinson, known for his convoluted and crazy contraptions. Date: 1927

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An Ideal Home No. II. The Folding Garden

This folding garden for flat dwellers with a love of open-air life will appeal to all householders who enjoy rustic amenities in a urban setting. The second of the Ideal Home designs by W. Heath Robinson. The illustrations from The Sketch depict ingenious space creating ideas for the spatially challenged home. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans

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Heath Robinson automated Dining Room without servants 1 of 4

Heath Robinson Does Away with Servants - Patent Applied for by "The Sketch" in the Dining-Room. A family at their dining table, which is a typically Heath Robinson design, with a system of pulleys, levers and trapdoors allowing them to serve themselves at table, and no need for servants. Even the cat has a contraption which allows it to serve itself milk. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans"

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