Fine Art Print : Brine Pipes, Georg von Reichenbach, 1817
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Brine Pipes, Georg von Reichenbach, 1817
Brine Pump. Georg von Reichenbach, 1817. The machine pumped salt solution, brine, in a pipe from Berchtesgaden to Reichenhall. It was in continuous operation for almost 100 years. In this brine pump, Georg von Reichenbach coupled a piston pump with a water column machine. The latter drove the piston pump. Deutches Museum. Munich. Germany
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1817 Brine Deutsches Engines Georg Historisches Meisterwerken Miner Mining Munich Naturwissenschaft Pipes Power Pump Pumped Reichenbach Salt Solution
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Brine Pipes by Georg von Reichenbach, 1817. This captivating image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the salt mines of Berchtesgaden and Reichenhall. Witness the marvel of engineering as brine is pumped in a pipe, a feat of technology that operated continuously for nearly a century. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.9cm x 59.4cm (14.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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
This image showcases the Brine Pump, designed by the brilliant German inventor Georg von Reichenbach in 1817. The pump, now a historical treasure housed at the Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany, was instrumental in revolutionizing the mining industry during the 19th century. The Brine Pump was a marvel of engineering innovation, as it coupled a piston pump with a water column machine. The water column machine served as the power source, driving the piston pump to pump salt solution, or brine, from Berchtesgaden to Reichenhall through the intricately designed pipes. This engineering feat allowed for the continuous operation of the brine pump for nearly a century, significantly improving the mining process and increasing productivity. Georg von Reichenbach's Brine Pump represents the pinnacle of contemporary scientific and technological advancements during the 19th century. It is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of European engineers and scientists to harness the power of machines to overcome the challenges of extracting natural resources. The Brine Pump's historical significance lies not only in its technical merit but also in its role as a precursor to modern power engines and mining technology. As you gaze upon this image, imagine the groundbreaking impact the Brine Pump had on the mining industry and the countless lives it touched. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history of scientific and technological achievements that have shaped our world.
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