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Antique Framed Print : Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French silk-weaver and inventor showing his loom
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Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French silk-weaver and inventor showing his loom
Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834) French silk-weaver and inventor showing his loom to Lazare Carnot (1753-1823) at Lyon (1801). Punched cards on which pattern encoded are at right of loom
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1801 Cards Industrial Inventor Joseph Loom Lyon Marie Mechanisation Memory Revolution Textiles Weaving 1753 1823 Carnot Encoded Jacquard Lazare Punched
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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 25.4cm x 37.1cm (10" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1801 in Lyon, France. The image showcases Joseph Marie Jacquard, a renowned French silk-weaver and inventor, proudly presenting his groundbreaking loom to Lazare Carnot, an influential figure of the time. Jacquard's invention revolutionized the textile industry by introducing mechanization and memory into the art of weaving. As we gaze at the photograph, our eyes are drawn to the punched cards neatly arranged on the right side of the loom. These ingenious cards hold encoded patterns that enable precise and intricate designs to be woven effortlessly. The significance of this moment cannot be overstated; it represents a pivotal point in history where traditional craftsmanship intertwines with technological innovation. Jacquard's invention not only elevated silk-weaving to new heights but also paved the way for future advancements in automation. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from Lyon's past, we witness two brilliant minds collaborating amidst a backdrop of industrial progress. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and reminds us that great ideas can emerge from unexpected places. This print captures an extraordinary meeting between Joseph Marie Jacquard and Lazare Carnot – one that forever changed the course of textile production. Let us cherish this glimpse into their world as we celebrate their contributions to both artistry and technology
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