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Cooling floor at a distillery, south-west London
Cooling floor for ground meal at the Octavius Smith and Co distillery, Thames Bank, south-west London. Date: 1842
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1840s 1842 Alcohol Bank Distillery Grain Manufacture Manufacturing Meal Octavius Process Processing Spirit Spirits Smith
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Discover the rich history of distillery production with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an authentic image of a cooling floor at the Octavius Smith and Co distillery in south-west London, dated 1842. Immerse yourself in the intricacies of the distilling process as depicted in this fascinating historical photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this challenging yet rewarding puzzle promises hours of enjoyable assembly and a stunning finished product. Add this unique piece to your collection and experience the thrill of solving a piece of history.
1000 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 76x50cm 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 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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This photograph, taken in 1842, offers a rare glimpse into the industrial process of cooling ground meal at the Octavius Smith and Co. distillery located along the Thames Bank in south-west London during the Victorian era. The image showcases a large, dimly lit room filled with men intently working, their faces focused as they tend to the cooling trays piled high with steaming hot meal. The ground meal, a crucial component in the distillation of spirits, is cooled on the cooling floor to prevent further fermentation and ensure the consistency of the final product. The men in the photograph use long wooden paddles to turn the meal, allowing the cool air from the surrounding room to circulate evenly and evenly distribute the heat. The atmosphere in the room is thick with the scent of freshly cooked grain and the sound of machinery in the background hints at the constant motion and energy required to keep the distillation process moving. The workers, dressed in heavy clothing and protective aprons, appear focused and determined, their bodies moving in synchronization as they work in unison to maintain the temperature and texture of the meal. This photograph is a testament to the early industrial revolution and the labor-intensive process of spirit manufacturing during the 1840s. It provides a unique window into the past, revealing the dedication and skill required to produce the spirits that would become a staple of Victorian society.
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