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Poster Print : OTIS ELEVATOR, 1889. Engine of the first electric elevator, made by the Otis Elevator Company
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OTIS ELEVATOR, 1889. Engine of the first electric elevator, made by the Otis Elevator Company
OTIS ELEVATOR, 1889.
Engine of the first electric elevator, made by the Otis Elevator Company and installed in the Demarest Building, New York
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Media ID 12406904
1889 Electric Elevator Engine Idea Invention Otis
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the Otis Elevator Company's groundbreaking invention. This captivating image showcases the engine of the world's first electric elevator, installed in the Demarest Building, New York, in 1889. Experience the engineering marvel that revolutionized vertical transportation and add a touch of history to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 47.3cm (16.5" x 18.6")
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 print showcases the remarkable Otis Elevator, a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized vertical transportation in 1889. The image captures the engine of the first electric elevator ever created, proudly manufactured by the renowned Otis Elevator Company. Installed in the iconic Demarest Building located in New York City, this historic piece of machinery stands as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. The photograph's monochromatic tones add an air of nostalgia, transporting viewers back to a time when this technological marvel was considered cutting-edge. The intricate details of the engine are beautifully captured, showcasing its mechanical complexity and precision craftsmanship. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of how this invention forever changed urban landscapes across America. With its introduction came new possibilities for architectural design and urban development. Skyscrapers soared higher into the sky, allowing cities to expand vertically like never before. Beyond its practical applications, however, this photograph also symbolizes an idea—an idea that one person's vision can transform society on such a grand scale. It serves as a reminder that even late 19th-century inventors like Mr. Otis had dreams that would shape our world for generations to come. In conclusion, this stunning print immortalizes not only an exceptional engineering feat but also represents an era defined by progress and ambition. It invites us to appreciate both the physical beauty of machinery and the intangible power behind great ideas brought to life through invention.
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