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Engraving of worm-driven fire squirt
Engraving of people operating a large worm-driven fire squirt mounted on two wheels, to put out a fire in a burning building, reproduced from Besoni, Theatrum Instrumentorum et Machinarum, 1568. Date: 1568
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1560s 1568 Appliance Burning Driven Extinguish Extinguishing Hose Machinery Mounted Operating Screw Source Squirt Theatrum Turn Turning Wheels Worm Firefighter Firefighting Fireman Firemen Instrumentorum Machinarum
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of vintage poster prints, featuring an intriguing engraving of a worm-driven fire squirt from the 16th century. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts people expertly operating a large, wheel-mounted fire squirt to extinguish a blaze in a burning building. Travel back in time with this unique and historically significant poster print, an essential addition to any decor or educational space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Theatrum Instrumentorum et Machinarum" by Besoni, depicts a remarkable scene from the 16th century, showcasing people operating a large worm-driven fire squirt to combat a raging fire in a burning building. The intricate machinery, mounted on two wheels, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time. The large squirt, powered by a turning screw, was an essential firefighting appliance long before the establishment of modern fire departments and fire brigades. The image captures the intensity of the situation, with thick plumes of smoke billowing from the building's windows, and the determined expressions of the firefighters as they work together to turn the handle of the squirt, directing the powerful jet of water towards the flames. The worm-driven mechanism, a precursor to the gears and pulleys used in later fire engines, allowed for the effective transfer of power to the squirt, enabling the firefighters to extinguish the fire more efficiently. This engraving, dated 1568, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of firefighting and the evolution of firefighting equipment. The image serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience of the people who risked their lives to save others from the destructive power of fire. The large worm-driven fire squirt, with its intricate machinery and powerful jet, represents an important chapter in the history of firefighting, paving the way for the development of more advanced fire engines and firefighting techniques.
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