Antique Framed Print : Daussins steam motor, heated on the kitchen stove, being used to power a sewing machine

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Daussins steam motor, heated on the kitchen stove, being used to power a sewing machine

Daussins steam motor, heated on the kitchen stove, being used to power a sewing machine. Engraving published Paris, 1883

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Media ID 9765949

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1883 Heated Kitchen Machine Mechanisation Motor Paris Power Published Sewing Steam Stove Textiles

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

Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17cm (9.6" x 6.7")

Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1883 showcases the innovative Daussins steam motor, ingeniously heated on a humble kitchen stove to power a sewing machine. The image transports us back in time to an era of remarkable mechanisation and technological advancements. As we gaze upon this scene, we are reminded of the transformative power that steam brought to various industries, including textiles. The intricate details depicted in this print highlight the meticulous craftsmanship involved in creating such a contraption. The steam motor stands proudly atop the stove, emanating an air of ingenuity and resourcefulness. Its purpose is clear - to provide efficient power for the nearby sewing machine. Intriguingly published in Paris during this period of industrial growth, one can only imagine the excitement and curiosity it must have generated among those who laid eyes upon it. This engraving serves as a testament to human innovation and our relentless pursuit of progress. Beyond its historical significance, this image also evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when household objects were repurposed with creativity and practicality. It reminds us that even everyday items like stoves could be harnessed for extraordinary purposes. As we admire this snapshot from history captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate not only the technical marvels showcased but also reflect on how far we have come since then – where once there was steam-powered sewing machines heated on kitchen stoves, now lies cutting-edge technology at our fingertips.

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