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Wheel cutting at a clock factory, Moore and Co, London 1842
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Wheel cutting at a clock factory, Moore and Co, London 1842
Wheel cutting at a clock factory, Moore and Co, Clerkenwell Close, London.
1842
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1840s 1842 Clerkenwell Clock Clocks Cutting Engineering Machinery Measurement Mechanism Moore Operating Precision Wheel Wheels Workings
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This image transports us back to the heart of London's Industrial Revolution, specifically to the clock factory of Moore and Co., located in Clerkenwell Close in 1842. The photograph offers a rare glimpse into the intricate and meticulous process of wheel cutting, an essential component in the production of precision timepieces. The scene is set in a dimly lit workshop, where the hum of machinery and the rhythmic clanging of hammers create an symphony of industry. A group of skilled artisans, dressed in heavy workwear, are intently focused on their tasks. Each man operates a lathe, carefully guiding the sharp cutting tool along the circumference of a large metal wheel. The dexterity and concentration required in this labor-intensive process are evident in their expressions. The table before them is strewn with shavings and metal filings, a testament to the continuous grinding and shaping of the wheels. The machinery, a marvel of early Victorian engineering, is a complex assembly of gears, pulleys, and levers, all working in harmony to facilitate the wheel cutting process. Despite the industrial surroundings, the scene radiates a sense of precision and craftsmanship. Each wheel, once completed, would be a crucial element in the intricate mechanism of a clock, contributing to the accurate measurement of time. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human ingenuity and perseverance that drove the Industrial Revolution and shaped our modern world.
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