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Various engines and instruments: under water sawing machine for piles, wheel embrasure
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Various engines and instruments: under water sawing machine for piles, wheel embrasure
XIR239580 Various engines and instruments: under water sawing machine for piles, wheel embrasure, straightening up strut for leaning house, short wooden pieces assembling model (facsimile copy) (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Villard de Honnecourt (fl.1190-1235); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Miscellaneous machinery and instruments: machine for sawing stilts under water, wheel embrasure, for straightening a leaning house, model for assembling short pieces of wood; ); French, out of copyright
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This print showcases a fascinating array of various engines and instruments, offering a glimpse into the ingenious mind of Villard de Honnecourt. The intricate details captured in this image are truly remarkable. One notable contraption depicted is an under water sawing machine for piles, demonstrating the innovative solutions devised by Villard to tackle construction challenges beneath the surface. Another intriguing instrument showcased is a wheel embrasure, designed to provide stability and support for structures such as houses. The photograph also unveils a straightening up strut specifically created to rectify leaning houses, showcasing Villard's problem-solving abilities. Additionally, there is a model illustrating the assembly of short wooden pieces—a testament to his meticulous planning and attention to detail. As we delve into this facsimile copy from Villard de Honnecourt's pen and ink sketchbook, held at Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, we gain insight into his vast repertoire of engineering knowledge. This manuscript offers glimpses into his inventive mind through patterns, notebooks, inventions, and detailed plan drawings. With its historical significance and artistic merit preserved through time, this print serves as a window into the brilliance of Villard de Honnecourt's work—an invaluable resource for those fascinated by medieval machinery and engineering marvels.
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