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The Gentle Art of Excavating - Early Walking Draglilne`
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The Gentle Art of Excavating - Early Walking Draglilne`
An early form of the walking dragline stripping rocky overburden preparatory to erecting a new tea shop in the Allegheny Mountains. A typically rickety contraption from the inventive mind of William Heath Robinson showing a walking dragline (actually walking, the machine moves using shoes) preparing ground for the building of a tea shop. Date: c.1938
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1938 Complicated Contraption Contraptions Convoluted Engineering Excavating Excavations Extension Gentle Heath Invention Inventions Inventive Machinery Machines Preparatory Preparing Rickety Robinson Rocky Silly
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1. Title: The Gentle Art of Excavating - Early Walking Dragline: A Humorous Take on Pre-War Engineering This charming and whimsical print, titled "The Gentle Art of Excavating - Early Walking Dragline," showcases an early form of the walking dragline excavator, as imagined by the inventive mind of William Heath Robinson. Dating back to approximately 1938, this delightful illustration captures the essence of the pre-war era with its convoluted and complicated machinery. The walking dragline, a machine designed for excavating rocky overburden in preparation for construction projects, is depicted in this print as a rickety contraption. The machine is shown moving on its own, using shoes, adding a touch of humor to the otherwise serious business of excavation. The contraption's intricate design, with its extensions and gears, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time, albeit presented in a lighthearted and playful manner. William Heath Robinson, a renowned British illustrator, was known for his inventive and humorous drawings. His work often featured intricate and convoluted machinery, designed to elicit a smile or a chuckle from the viewer. In this particular print, he brings to life the early walking dragline excavator, adding a touch of whimsy to the process of preparing ground for the building of a tea shop in the Allegheny Mountains. The gentle art of excavating, as depicted in this print, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and humor of a bygone era. This historical piece is a must-have for anyone with an interest in engineering, machinery, or simply a love for the absurd and the amusing.
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