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Public weighbridge used to weigh cattle in a market. Animals are placed weighing platform
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Public weighbridge used to weigh cattle in a market. Animals are placed weighing platform
Public weighbridge used to weigh cattle in a market. Animals are placed weighing platform and attendant in kiosk weighs them using a weighing machine based on the principle of the steelyard. From Alphabet des Arts et Metiers, (Paris, 1867) Engraving
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1867 Alphabet Based Cattle Kiosk Machine Market Measurement Metiers Paris Platform Principle Public Weighing Weight Attendant Steelyard Weigh Weighbridge Weighs
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This print takes us back in time to a bustling market where the public weighbridge served as the epicenter of cattle trade. The animals, their hooves gently tapping against the wooden platform, await their turn to be weighed by an attentive attendant inside a quaint kiosk. This engraving from Alphabet des Arts et Metiers, dating back to 1867 Paris, showcases the ingenious weighing machine based on the principle of the steelyard. The scene exudes a sense of order and precision as each animal is carefully placed on the weighing platform. With its sturdy construction and intricate details, this public weighbridge stands as a testament to both practicality and efficiency in measuring weight. It was here that farmers would bring their livestock for accurate assessment before entering into transactions with buyers. In an era long before modern technology took over, this engraving encapsulates not just a moment frozen in time but also highlights how essential these public weighbridges were for commerce and fair trade practices. Beyond its utilitarian purpose, it serves as a reminder of our historical connection with animals and our reliance on precise measurements. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured through artistry, we are transported back to an age when markets thrived with activity and every transaction relied upon trust established through meticulous measurement techniques at places like this very weighbridge.
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