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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
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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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