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A Trouser Stretch of the Imagination by Heath Robinson
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A Trouser Stretch of the Imagination by Heath Robinson
Are you taking care of your summer flannels? A suggestion for preserving the shape of your nether garments in view of the summer holidays. A typically silly and convoluted contraption dreamed up by William Heath Robinson for ensuring a pair of smoothly pressed trousers. Date: 1922
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Amusing Complicated Contraption Contraptions Convoluted Heath Imagination Invention Inventions Machinery Machines Pressed Robinson Silly Stretch Stretching Trouser Trousers 1922
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1. Title: A Trouser Stretch of the Imagination: Heath Robinson's Whimsical Solution for Preserving the Perfectly Pressed Summer Trousers (1922) 2. Discover the quirky and ingenious invention of British illustrator William Heath Robinson, as he presents a comically convoluted contraption designed to ensure your summer trousers remain smoothly pressed and in excellent shape. Dated back to 1922, this humorous illustration, titled "A Trouser Stretch of the Imagination," showcases Heath Robinson's knack for creating intricate and amusing machinery. 3. As the summer holidays approach, gentlemen of the early 20th century were undoubtedly concerned with maintaining their formal attire, particularly their trousers. Heath Robinson, known for his intricate and often absurd contraptions, offers a solution that is as silly as it is effective. 4. In this illustration, a man stands next to a large, complicated machine, which appears to be designed specifically for preserving the shape of trousers. The contraption consists of a series of pulleys, ropes, and levers, all connected to a pair of trousers suspended in the air. 5. The man, dressed in a suit and holding a pair of trousers, prepares to feed them into the machine. As he does so, the trousers are pulled taut and stretched, ensuring that they retain their creases and remain perfectly pressed. The man's expression suggests a mixture of amusement and relief, as he appreciates the absurdity of the situation while also recognizing the practical benefits of this unusual invention. 6. Heath Robinson's "A Trouser Stretch of the Imagination" is a delightful reminder of the whimsical and inventive spirit of the past. This historical illustration not only showcases the artist's unique ability to create intricate and humorous machinery but also offers a glimpse into the fashion concerns and priorities of a bygone era.
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