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Framed Print : Life indicator for coffins patent, 1882 C024 / 3601
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Life indicator for coffins patent, 1882 C024 / 3601
Life indicator for coffins patent, 1882. Artwork of a device designed by John Krichbaum to save a person accidentally buried alive. The person would rotate a set of handles connected to a periscope like device while a dial visible above the surface revealed the movement. A more forceful upwards push allowed air to enter the coffin. Such safety coffins were a common invention at the time owing to a fear of unintentional live burial. There are no known reports of such devices actually saving an accidentally buried person
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1882 Burial Buried Coffin Dead Design Designs Device Diagram Drawing Engineering Invention Machine Mechanical Patent Vintage
18"x14" Modern Frame
Revive the past with our unique framed print from the Science Photo Library. This intriguing piece showcases the "Life Indicator for Coffins" patent (US PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, C024 / 3601), designed by John Krichbaum in 1882. This innovative invention aimed to prevent tragic accidents by ensuring that those accidentally buried alive could signal for help. Add this fascinating historical artifact to your home or office décor and spark intriguing conversations with its captivating story. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details of this vintage illustration, making it a perfect addition to any space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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.
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This print showcases a remarkable invention from 1882: the Life Indicator for Coffins patent. Designed by John Krichbaum, this device aimed to prevent the horrifying possibility of accidental live burials. The artwork depicts a mechanical contraption consisting of handles connected to a periscope-like apparatus, allowing the buried person to signal their presence above ground. The ingenious mechanism enabled individuals trapped inside coffins to rotate the handles, while an exposed dial revealed their movements. By exerting more force on the handles, air could enter the coffin, providing much-needed ventilation in dire circumstances. During that era, safety coffins were prevalent inventions due to widespread fears of unintentional live burial. Although numerous designs emerged during this time period, there are no documented cases where such devices successfully saved an accidentally buried person's life. Nevertheless, this historical artifact serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of technological advancements. As we gaze upon this vintage illustration with curiosity and awe, it reminds us of past anxieties surrounding premature burial and highlights how far we have come in ensuring proper procedures for determining death. This piece is not just an intriguing glimpse into 19th-century engineering but also serves as a poignant reminder of our collective determination to protect human life even under extraordinary circumstances.
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