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Photographic Print : Joseph Marie Jacquard, showing his loom to Lazare Carnot, Lyon, France, 1801 (1901)
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Joseph Marie Jacquard, showing his loom to Lazare Carnot, Lyon, France, 1801 (1901)
Joseph Marie Jacquard, showing his loom to Lazare Carnot, Lyon, France, 1801 (1901). French silk-weaver and inventor Jacquard (1752-1834) invented a loom which used a punched card system to weave complicated patterns in textiles. The punched cards on which the pattern is encoded are at the right of the loom. Carnot (1753-1823) was a member of the National Convention and the architect of Frances victory in the Revolutionary Wars. Napoleon appointed him Minister for War in 1800. From Le Petit Journal. [Paris, 6 January 1901]
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image captures a pivotal moment in history as French silk-weaver and inventor Joseph-Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) proudly shows his groundbreaking Jacquard loom to Lazare Carnot in Lyon, France, 1801 (1901). Jacquard's invention revolutionized the textile industry, and this historic meeting marked a significant milestone in its development. Add this intriguing piece of history to your home or office décor and start a conversation with our stunning, high-quality photographic print. Heritage Images' archives bring the past to life, and our prints are sure to inspire and captivate.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.2cm x 31.4cm (8.3" x 12.4")
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This print captures a significant moment in history as Joseph Marie Jacquard, the ingenious French silk-weaver and inventor, showcases his revolutionary loom to Lazare Carnot. Taken in Lyon, France in 1801 (1901), this image showcases the intersection of technology, politics, and industry during the Industrial Revolution. Jacquard's groundbreaking invention transformed textile manufacturing by utilizing a punched card system to weave intricate patterns into fabrics. The punched cards can be seen on the right side of the loom, encoding the desired design. This innovation not only revolutionized weaving but also paved the way for early computing concepts. Lazare Carnot was an influential figure in French politics and military strategy. As a member of the National Convention and architect of France's victory in Revolutionary Wars, he played a crucial role in shaping the nation's destiny. Napoleon recognized his talents and appointed him Minister for War in 1800. The photograph provides us with a glimpse into Lyon's bustling textile industry at that time. The vibrant colors of fabric hanging around add an artistic touch to this historical scene. It is fascinating to witness how science, invention, mechanization, and trade converged within these walls. As we admire this remarkable image captured over two centuries ago, it serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress throughout history. From humble beginnings inside this Lyon factory emerged an invention that would shape industries worldwide for generations to come.
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