Poster Print : NOBELs DYNAMITE MANUFACTORY, ARDEER, AYRSHIRE, 1883: 1. Glycerine Nitrating House
Poster Prints from Liszt Collection
NOBELs DYNAMITE MANUFACTORY, ARDEER, AYRSHIRE, 1883: 1. Glycerine Nitrating House
NOBELs DYNAMITE MANUFACTORY, ARDEER, AYRSHIRE, 1883: 1. Glycerine Nitrating House, Separating and Washing Houses, and Packing House. 2. Nitric Acid Factory. 3. Huts in which Dynamite is Made into Cartridges
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12663145
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1883 Acid Dynamite Factory Houses Huts Manufactory Packing Washing Ardeer Ayrshire Cartridges Glycerine Nitric Separating
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating NOBELs DYNAMITE MANUFACTORY poster print from the Liszt Collection. This intriguing image showcases the Glycerine Nitrating House at Ardeer, Ayrshire, in 1883. Witness the intricacies of the nitration process as it unfolds in this historic photograph. Bring the rich history of dynamite production into your home or office with this striking, high-quality poster print. A must-have for history enthusiasts and industrial art aficionados alike.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.9cm x 30.3cm (7.8" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century engraving from the Liszt Collection takes us back to a time when dynamite was manufactured at Nobel's Dynamite Manufactory in Ardeer, Ayrshire. The image showcases various buildings and huts that played crucial roles in the production process. At the forefront stands the Glycerine Nitrating House, where glycerine was transformed into a key component of dynamite through a nitrating process. Adjacent to it are the Separating and Washing Houses, where meticulous procedures ensured purity and quality control. Further along, we see the Packing House, where skilled workers carefully packaged this explosive substance for distribution. The Nitric Acid Factory looms large in the background, highlighting its significance as an integral part of dynamite production. This facility produced nitric acid – a vital ingredient used during manufacturing. Lastly, scattered throughout the scene are small huts where skilled artisans meticulously crafted dynamite cartridges by hand. These humble structures held immense importance as they were instrumental in shaping Nobel's renowned explosives. This historic engraving not only provides insight into industrial processes of yesteryears but also serves as a testament to Victorian arts and culture. Its retro style evokes nostalgia while offering an illustrative technique that captures every intricate detail with precision. As we gaze upon this vintage print from 1883, we can't help but marvel at how far technology has come since then - transforming dangerous manufacturing practices into safer methods while still appreciating our rich historical heritage.
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