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Grinder Collection

"Grinder: Unveiling the Evolution of a Timeless Tool" From Heath Robinson's ingenious invention, the patent double action grinder for asbestos

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Grinder Collection: Patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson
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Grinder Collection: Enraged Musician / Hogarth
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Grinder Collection: Street Trade / Grinder
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Grinder Collection: Red and hot
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Grinder Collection: Noise Pollution
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Grinder Collection: A London knife grinder on the street
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Grinder Collection: Expert grinder at Wilkinson Sword Works, WW1
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Grinder Collection: Advert for Wm. Corns & Son, combination Coffee Mill 1888
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Grinder Collection: Street music: organ grinder rejected, 1858
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Grinder Collection: Advert / Cafexqui Coffee
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Grinder Collection: Coffee
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Grinder Collection: French women visting the Cossack bivouac in Paris, 1814
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Grinder Collection: Pure coffee
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Grinder Collection: Bits And Pieces
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Grinder Collection: Getting On With It
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Grinder Collection: Give Peas A Chance
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Grinder Collection: Knife grinder, Nice, France
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Grinder Collection: France Nice - knife grinder pre-1900
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Grinder Collection: Barrel or street organ and monkey, early 1900s
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Grinder Collection: Organ Grinder with monkey, Southport
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Grinder Collection: Southport Organ Grinder with monkey early 1900s
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Grinder Collection: Organ grinder, street piano
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Grinder Collection: Wells Hill, Radstock, early 1900s
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Grinder Collection: Radstock - Wells Hill early 1900s
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Grinder Collection: Henry cartoon, A Hot Tip, by Carl Anderson
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Grinder Collection: Oil Maker, illustration from the Latin edition of De Omnibus Illiberalibus Sive Mechanics
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Grinder Collection: A Kitchen in the Tierra Caliente; A zigzag journey through Mexico, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
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Grinder Collection: Corner of one-room cabin belonging to farmer... Priest River Valley, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939
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Grinder Collection: Possibly: Corner of one-room cabin belonging to farmer... Priest River Valley, Idaho, 1939
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Grinder Collection: Native method of crushing sugar cane in India, from MacMillan school posters, c. 1950-60s (litho)
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Grinder Collection: Mill Grinder, Eastern Han dynasty (A. D. 25-220). Creator: Unknown
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Grinder Collection: Metal Grits Grinder, c. 1939. Creator: Ray Price
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Grinder Collection: Origami 2
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Grinder Collection: Grinder, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Nicholas Amantea
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Grinder Collection: Meat Grinder, c. 1939. Creator: Geoffrey Holt
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Grinder Collection: Meat Chopper, c. 1936. Creator: Thomas Holloway
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Grinder Collection: Meat Chopper, c. 1940. Creator: Raymond Manupelli
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Grinder Collection: Sausage Grinder, c. 1937. Creator: Edward L Loper
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Grinder Collection: Artisanal trades: shoemaker, cooper, wicker basket manufacturer, winemaker, drawing lecon
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Grinder Collection: Hard Times, page 2 from The American Comic Almanac for 1838 (litho)
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Grinder Collection: Tea grinder, inscribed Xiantong, 13th Year, corresponding to 872 (parcel-gilt silver
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Grinder Collection: The Knife Grinder (engraving)
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Grinder Collection: Menu illustration: Pepper (colour litho)
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Grinder Collection: Rob the Grinder, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
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Grinder Collection: Knife grinder at work, Central London
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Grinder Collection: Organ Grinder
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Grinder Collection: Fashionable women and organ grinder on the Pont
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Grinder Collection: Guy Fawkes in Effigy, Bartholomews Hospital


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"Grinder: Unveiling the Evolution of a Timeless Tool" From Heath Robinson's ingenious invention, the patent double action grinder for asbestos, to Hogarth's satirical depiction in "Enraged Musician, " grinders have played an intriguing role throughout history. In the bustling streets, the sight of a street trade grinder was commonplace. With sparks flying and metal turning red and hot, these skilled craftsmen were essential for sharpening knives and tools. However, their presence also contributed to noise pollution that plagued urban dwellers. During World War I, expert grinders at Wilkinson Sword Works became indispensable as they honed blades with precision for soldiers on the front lines. Their dedication ensured that our brave warriors were equipped with sharp weapons. Not limited to industrial use alone, grinders found their way into everyday life too. In 1888, Wm. Corns & Son introduced a combination coffee mill that revolutionized morning routines by grinding fresh beans effortlessly. The mesmerizing melodies of street music often accompanied by an organ grinder brought joy to many but faced rejection in 1858 due to concerns over noise disturbance. Cafexqui Coffee captured attention through its captivating advertisement featuring a powerful grinder transforming ordinary beans into aromatic perfection – promising an unparalleled coffee experience. London's vibrant streets witnessed knife grinders tirelessly working amidst the hustle and bustle; their mobile workshops serving as reminders of craftsmanship passed down through generations. As time progressed into the 1970s, mobile grinders emerged as versatile tools capable of tackling various tasks beyond just sharpening blades. They became bits and pieces necessary for any handyman or DIY enthusiast seeking efficiency in their projects. Through centuries of innovation and adaptation, grinders have remained steadfast companions in both professional settings like factories and personal spaces like kitchens or workshops. From shaping metals to enhancing flavors or even creating artful designs on nails – there seems no limit to what this humble tool can accomplish.