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The Gentle Art of Excavating - a specially designed skimmer
The beginning of a garden suburb. Excavating a new road with a specially designed skimmer, a typically rickety contraption from the inventive mind of gadget king, William Heath Robinson. Date: c.1938
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© Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library
1938 Amusing Build Contraption Contraptions Excavating Gadget Gentle Heath Invention Inventions Inventive Machines Rickety Roads Robinson Skimmer Suburb Suburban Surface Surfacing Resurfacing
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Introducing the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection, featuring the captivating image "The Gentle Art of Excavating" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Travel back in time to the beginning of a garden suburb, where the inventive mind of gadget king, William Heath Robinson, brings to life a specially designed skimmer for excavating a new road. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases the charm and wit of Heath Robinson's designs, with its typically rickety contraption that is both functional and fantastical. Assemble the pieces to reveal the delightful scene and immerse yourself in the rich history and whimsy of this iconic illustration. Experience the joy of puzzle solving with the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Gentle Art of Excavating: A Sneak Peek into the Beginning of a Garden Suburb (circa 1938) This photograph captures the essence of innovation and determination as a specially designed skimmer, a marvel of ingenuity from the inventive mind of gadget king, William Heath Robinson, begins the excavation of a new road in a budding garden suburb. The scene is set against a backdrop of nascent houses, their foundations yet to be laid, as the road takes shape under the careful guidance of this amusing contraption. The skimmer, a typically rickety yet effective machine, is a testament to the resourcefulness and creativity of the era. With its quirky design and intricate details, it stands as a humorous reminder of the challenges and joys of building a new community from the ground up. The resurfacing of the road signifies the progress and transformation that comes with the creation of a suburban neighborhood, a symbol of modernization and growth. William Heath Robinson, a renowned British illustrator, was known for his humorous and imaginative inventions. His whimsical contraptions, often depicted in his illustrations, brought a touch of fun and lightheartedness to the world of engineering and design. In this photograph, we are given a glimpse into his world and the role he played in shaping the infrastructure of a new suburb. As we admire the scene before us, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the history and the gentle art of excavating that paved the way for the development of a thriving community. This photograph serves as a reminder of the ingenuity, humor, and determination that drive human progress, making it a must-have addition to any collection of historical images.
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