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Card shuffler, illustration by William Heath Robinson
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Card shuffler, illustration by William Heath Robinson
The new card shuffler and mechanical dealer for bridge parties, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library Date: 1947
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© Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Lucinda Gosling/Mary Evans
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"This delightful illustration by the renowned British comic artist and inventor, William Heath Robinson, depicts a fanciful card shuffler and mechanical dealer designed for bridge parties. Dated 1947, the image captures the whimsical charm of a bygone era, where automation and mechanisation were still novel and intriguing. The central focus of the illustration is the intricate contraption, which includes a card shuffler and a mechanical dealer. The card shuffler, with its large cogwheel and turning cogs, is in the process of shuffling a deck of cards, while the mechanical dealer, with an array of arms and hands, is poised to deal the cards out to the seated players. The people at the table, dressed in their Sunday best, appear surprised and amused by the mechanised equipment, adding to the humorous and light-hearted atmosphere of the scene. The card shuffler and mechanical dealer are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, with their elegant design and intricate details. The use of cogs, wheels, and other mechanical components adds to the contraption's charm and creates a sense of wonder and curiosity. This illustration is a testament to William Heath Robinson's unique ability to blend humour and imagination, making it a popular choice for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage illustrations. With its historical significance and timeless appeal, this image is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of card games, automation, or simply the whimsical and fanciful side of human ingenuity." Courtesy of Mrs J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library.
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