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Otis elevator engine, 1932 C016 / 8998
Otis elevator engine. Interior detail of an engine hoist for a steam elevator. This Otis engine was photographed at 39 Bond Street, New York City, USA. The Otis Elevator Company was founded in 1853 by US inventor and industrialist Elisha Otis (1811-1861). Photographed in 1932 by the Wurts Brothers
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© IRMA AND PAUL MILSTEIN DIVISION OF UNITED STATES HISTORY, LOCAL HISTORY AND GENEALOGY/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/ SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
1900s 1930s 1932 Cogs Engine Engineering Inside Machine Machinery Mechanical New York New York City North American Piston Steam Engine Wheel Wheels Bond Street Engine Room Hoist Pistons
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Otis Elevator Engine Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken by the IRMA AND PAUL MILSTEIN DIVISION OF UNITED STATES HISTORY, LOCAL HISTORY AND GENEALOGY/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/ SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, showcases an intricate interior detail of a steam elevator engine hoist from 1932. The Otis engine, photographed at 39 Bond Street, New York City, USA, is a stunning reminder of industrial history. Add this unique and educational piece to your home or office décor and let the story of engineering innovation unfold.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 24.4cm x 20.2cm (9.6" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
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This print showcases the intricate interior detail of an Otis elevator engine from 1932. The image takes us back in time to the bustling streets of New York City, where this marvel of engineering was photographed at 39 Bond Street. The Otis Elevator Company, founded by visionary inventor Elisha Otis in 1853, revolutionized vertical transportation with their innovative designs. The photograph captures the essence of industrial progress during the early 20th century. It highlights the impressive machinery and technology that powered these steam elevators, symbolizing a pivotal moment in history when cities were reaching for new heights. The wheels, pistons, and cogs on display demonstrate the mechanical prowess required to safely transport people between floors. As we delve into this monochrome masterpiece captured by renowned photographers Irma and Paul Milstein, we are reminded of how far we have come technologically. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of innovation. Preserved within the archives of the New York Public Library's Division of United States History, Local History and Genealogy is a piece that encapsulates not only a specific era but also an entire industry's dedication to improving urban life through advancements in elevator equipment. Let us admire this snapshot frozen in time as it pays homage to both Elisha Otis' groundbreaking invention and those who brought it to life at 39 Bond Street all those years ago.
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