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The Role of Gas in modern houses, from a French Gas Company calendar
XIR163365 The Role of Gas in modern houses, from a French Gas Company calendar, 1892 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: The role of gas in modern housing, calendar of Compagnie Francaise du Gaz; ); French, out of copyright
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Bathroom Cooker Cooking Dining Room Economical Equipment Gas Lamp Heating Industrialisation Innovation Kitchen Lighting Machine Machinery Warming Washbasin Coke Oven Maid Warm Water
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This photo print, titled "The Role of Gas in modern houses" takes us back to the year 1892 when gas was revolutionizing the way people lived. The image showcases a beautifully colored engraving from a French Gas Company calendar, highlighting the various ways gas was transforming homes. In this enchanting scene, we are transported into an elegant dining room where a family is enjoying their meal under the warm glow of a gas lamp. The room exudes comfort and sophistication as guests converse and savor their food. Moving beyond the dining room, we glimpse into other areas of the house where gas plays an essential role. In one corner, a maid tends to her duties at a washbasin while another section reveals a cozy bathroom with warm water flowing from innovative gas-powered machinery. The image also offers glimpses into industrial settings such as factories and coke ovens that were instrumental in producing this remarkable energy source. It serves as a reminder of how innovation and industrialization propelled society forward during this era. As we admire this exquisite engraving, it becomes evident that gas was not merely seen as an economical driving force but rather an invention that brought convenience and comfort to everyday life. From lighting up homes to heating water for baths or cooking meals on efficient cookers – gas truly transformed households across France. This historical artwork captures both the ingenuity behind its creation and its significance in shaping modern living spaces.
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