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Assorted machines and equipment, 1858 C016 / 8984
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Assorted machines and equipment, 1858 C016 / 8984
Assorted machines and equipment. 19th-century artworks of various ancient and modern technologies and machinery. Three water wheels are shown: (undershot, top left; overshot, bottom right; and Persian Wheel, centre right). Three weighing apparatuses are shown: Ancient Egypt (centre left), Ancient Rome (top right), and modern weighing scales (bottom centre). Other examples of modern (19th century) machines are a steam engine firebox (upper left), and a hydraulic press (bottom left). Artwork from Knights Pictorial Gallery of Arts (1858) by the English publisher Charles Knight (1791-1873)
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This print takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing a fascinating collection of assorted machines and equipment. A true testament to human ingenuity, this artwork from Charles Knight's Pictorial Gallery of Arts (1858) offers a glimpse into ancient and modern technologies that shaped our world. At first glance, three remarkable water wheels steal the spotlight - an undershot wheel in the top left corner, an overshot wheel in the bottom right corner, and a Persian Wheel elegantly positioned at the center right. These ingenious devices symbolize humanity's quest for harnessing nature's power for irrigation and industry. The artwork also highlights three weighing apparatuses: one from Ancient Egypt at the center left, another from Ancient Rome at the top right, and a modern weighing scale at the bottom center. This comparison showcases how civilizations evolved their methods of measuring weight over time. Further exploration reveals other marvels of engineering like a steam engine firebox in the upper left corner and a hydraulic press in the bottom left. These inventions represent significant advancements during that era when industrialization was rapidly transforming society. As we delve deeper into this monochrome illustration filled with intricate diagrams and detailed depictions of machinery, it becomes evident that each element tells its own story. From British history to ancient civilizations across Europe and Africa, this artwork serves as both an educational tool and a visual feast for those captivated by technological progress throughout time.
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