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Ruston steam engine, vineyard in Penedes, Catalonia, Spain
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Ruston steam engine, vineyard in Penedes, Catalonia, Spain
Ruston steam engine in operation at the Marques de Monistrol cava-producing vineyard in the Penedes district of Catalonia, Spain. The machine had a straw-burning engine and was used for ploughing. Date: circa 1885
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1885 Belt Catalonia Cava Growing Machinery Marques Monistrol Operation Ploughing Ruston Sparkling Vineyard Wine Penedes
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This photograph captures the essence of agricultural innovation during the late 1800s in the beautiful Penedes district of Catalonia, Spain. The image showcases a Ruston steam engine in operation at the Marques de Monistrol cava-producing vineyard. The Ruston engine, manufactured around 1885, was a marvel of the time, with its straw-burning design providing the power to operate the machine. The machine's intricate details are on full display, from the large boiler and chimney, to the belts and gears that powered various attachments. In this instance, the engine is being used to plow the land, preparing it for the cultivation of grapes, the primary ingredient in the production of the renowned Spanish sparkling wine, cava. The Penedes district, with its unique climate and terrain, has long been recognized for its vineyards and wine production. The introduction of steam-powered equipment, such as the Ruston engine, revolutionized the agricultural process, making it more efficient and productive. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era when technology and tradition intertwined to shape the agricultural landscape of Spain. The Ruston engine, with its powerful presence, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of those who sought to harness the power of steam to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the growing industry of cava production.
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