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Antique Framed Print : Engine Dynamo-Electric Machine Lighting Jenolan Caves
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Engine Dynamo-Electric Machine Lighting Jenolan Caves
Engine and Dynamo-Electric Machine Used in Lighting the Jenolan Caves; Charles Smith Wilkinson (Australian, born England, 1843 - 1891); New South Wales, Australia; about 1885 - 1890; Collodion print; 29.2 x 24.1 cm (11 1, 2 x 9 1, 2 in.)
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Media ID 18500976
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11 1 1843 1885 1890 1891 292 X Australia Australian Born England Engine Lighting Wales Charles Smith Jenolan Caves New South Wilkinson
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.2cm x 24.4cm (8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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This print showcases the remarkable "Engine Dynamo-Electric Machine Lighting Jenolan Caves" in New South Wales, Australia. Taken by Charles Smith Wilkinson around 1885-1890, this collodion print measures 29.2 x 24.1 cm and offers a glimpse into an innovative lighting system used to illuminate the mesmerizing Jenolan Caves. Wilkinson, an Australian artist born in England in 1843, beautifully captures the intricate machinery that powered this groundbreaking illumination technique. The image transports us back to a time when technology was rapidly advancing, and engineers like Wilkinson were pushing boundaries to enhance human experiences. The dynamo-electric machine featured in the photograph played a pivotal role in transforming these caves into a breathtaking spectacle for visitors. With its powerful engine and cutting-edge electrical system, it brought light to even the darkest corners of this natural wonderland. As we admire this historical artifact from the Liszt Collection, we are reminded of how far we have come since then. Today's modern lighting systems owe their existence to pioneers like Wilkinson who paved the way for innovation. Let this image serve as a reminder of our ability as humans to harness technology for both practical purposes and aesthetic enjoyment. It is through such ingenuity that we continue to uncover new ways of enhancing our surroundings while preserving nature's beauty.
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