Lathes Collection

8-inch centre screw cutting lathe blueprint from John Lang & Sons, 1929 1929

Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses (colour engraving)
3600125 Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses (colour engraving); (add.info.: Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses. Workers in the workshop of silversmiths and lathes)

Stephenson's locomotive manufactory at Newcastle-On-Tyne: the lathe and tool shop, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Stephenson's locomotive manufactory at Newcastle-On-Tyne: the lathe and tool shop, 1864. View representing '...as well as a wood-engraving can render such a subject

Connecticut, USA (chromolitho)
3656918 Connecticut, USA (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Connecticut, USA)

John Jacob Holtzapffel, c. 1805 (w / c on ivory)
701109 John Jacob Holtzapffel, c.1805 (w/c on ivory) by English School, (19th century); 8.9x6.7 cm; David Russell Collection; (add.info.: John Jacob Holtzapffel (1768-1835) tool and lathe maker

Craftsmen, wood turners at work on lathes, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: craftsmen, wood turners at work on lathes, India

Cutting screw threads with hand chaser 1875
Skilled operator cutting threads or screws on a lathe by hand. Date: 1875

Moving Machinery, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611317 Moving Machinery, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moving Machinery, Great Exhibition)

Machinery Hall, from the north end, Philadelphia Centennial International Exhibition
1076601 Machinery Hall, from the north end, Philadelphia Centennial International Exhibition, 1876 (silver albumen print) by American Photographer

Fifth floor workshop, Geyser Electric Water Heater Company, 42 Hudson Street
1078941 Fifth floor workshop, Geyser Electric Water Heater Company, 42 Hudson Street, New York City, December 31, 1914 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Instructor Bobby Hunter demonstrates lathe turning to apprentice Ian Summerville

Nontron, Dordogne - Blacksmith High School. Date: 1906

No 16 |Shop, Wheel Shop, 1907
This image shows a large number of belt driven lathes used in the making and shaping of carriages and wagons. Some of the wheels shown here look quite small and probably were for GWR road vehicles

No 16 Shop, Wheel Shop, c. 1950s
This view shows a row of large wheels lathes that were used to shape and make wheels for carriages and wagons. The finished wheels can be seen on the tracks to the right of the image

Tram Construction at Belfast, Trueing Up Car Wheels in Lathe - a view of tram car wheels in lathes inside. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Lathes for hollow turning, top, and a pole lathe. Engraving, London, 1764

Craftsman working Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) wood on lathe, Morocco, january

Traditonal carpenters workshop with peddle lathe, England

Patent double lathe 5 inch centres, front and side elevations and details Date: 1857

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"Lathes: A Journey Through Time and Craftsmanship" Step into the world of lathes, where precision meets artistry. From an 8-inch centre screw cutting lathe blueprint to the vibrant chromolitho of Connecticut, USA, these machines have played a pivotal role in shaping our history. In the early 1800s, John Jacob Holtzapffel introduced his remarkable creation - a lathe with watercolor on ivory. This ingenious invention showcased the fusion of technology and creativity that would become synonymous with lathes. Across continents, craftsmen and wood turners diligently worked on their lathes in India. With skilled hands and unwavering focus, they transformed blocks of wood into exquisite masterpieces. The year 1875 witnessed another milestone as hand chasers were employed to cut screw threads with utmost precision. The marriage between man and machine reached new heights as this technique revolutionized manufacturing processes. At the Great Exhibition in 1851, moving machinery took center stage. Colored engravings captured the awe-inspiring sight of these powerful lathes at work – a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries. Machinery Hall at Philadelphia Centennial International Exhibition provided a glimpse into industrial progress. Lathes hummed alongside other marvels of innovation, showcasing their importance in shaping modern society. On the fifth floor workshop of Geyser Electric Water Heater Company on Hudson Street, dedicated workers tirelessly operated lathes day after day. Their commitment ensured quality products that brought comfort to countless homes. Even schools embraced this craftsmanship; Nontron's Blacksmith High School taught young minds how to harness the power for forging metal creations that stood strong against time's test. Tram construction in Belfast saw trueing up car wheels using these versatile machines – ensuring smooth rides for commuters while highlighting yet another application for lathes beyond traditional woodworking techniques.