1960s paraffin heater
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1960s paraffin heater
Paraffin heater, historical image. This portable heater, manufactured in the 1960s, was fuelled by the fossil fuel paraffin (also called paraffin oil and kerosene)
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Media ID 6431029
© VICTOR DE SCHWANBERG/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
1900s 1960s Domestic Energy Fossil Fuel Fossil Fuels Fuels Heater Heating History Of Science Home House Kerosene Paraffin Portable Mono Chrome
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a piece of history that revolutionized home heating in the 1960s. The image features a portable paraffin heater, an iconic technological marvel of its time. Manufactured during an era when fossil fuels were widely used for energy, this heater relied on paraffin oil or kerosene to provide warmth and comfort to countless households. The simplicity and efficiency of this device are evident in its design. Compact and easily transportable, it offered homeowners the flexibility to heat various rooms within their abode. As we gaze upon this monochromatic snapshot, we can almost feel the cozy ambiance it would have created in living spaces across the globe. Beyond its domestic significance, this photograph also serves as a reminder of our industrial past and the pivotal role fossil fuels played in powering our world throughout the 20th century. It symbolizes not only advancements in technology but also highlights our reliance on non-renewable resources. As we reflect on this historical artifact captured by Science Photo Library, let us appreciate how far we have come in terms of energy innovation while acknowledging the impact these developments had on shaping our modern lives. This image encapsulates an era where paraffin heaters like these were at the forefront of home heating solutions – a testament to human ingenuity during a time when fossil fuel consumption was at its peak.
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